Rishit-katiyar / PatternPlotter

Elixir code for generating and plotting repeating geometric patterns.

🌟 Welcome to PatternPlotter 🌟

PatternPlotter is an advanced Elixir application for generating and plotting repeating geometric patterns with ease. This repository contains a powerful module called AdvancedPatternGenerator, which provides extensive functionalities for creating intricate patterns using various algorithms and customization options.

Features

✨ Multiple Pattern Types: Choose from a wide variety of pattern types, including checkerboard, fractal, stripes, cellular automata, and more.

🎨 Customizable Colors: Customize the colors of foreground and background elements in your patterns, allowing for endless creative possibilities.

🚀 Error Handling: Robust error handling ensures smooth execution and provides informative error messages, helping you diagnose and fix issues quickly.

🔍 Extensive Documentation: Detailed comments and explanations within the code make it easy to understand and modify, even for beginners.

🔧 Advanced Features: Explore advanced features such as custom color schemes, experimental pattern generation, batch processing, and more.

🌐 Cross-Platform Compatibility: PatternPlotter is designed to work seamlessly on various operating systems, including Windows, macOS, and Linux.

Installation

Follow these detailed steps to install and run PatternPlotter on your system:

1. Clone the Repository

To get started, clone the PatternPlotter repository to your local machine using the following command:

git clone https://github.com/Rishit-katiyar/PatternPlotter.git
cd PatternPlotter

2. Install Elixir

If you haven't already installed Elixir, you can do so by following the official installation guide for your operating system:

• Official Elixir Installation Guide

3. Install :gaz Library

PatternPlotter relies on the :gaz library for graphics capabilities. Follow these steps to install it:

Add :gaz to Your mix.exs Dependencies

Open your mix.exs file and add :gaz to the list of dependencies:

defp deps do
  [
    {:gaz, "~> 0.6.0"}
  ]
end

Fetch Dependencies

Run the following command to fetch the dependencies:

mix deps.get

4. Run the Application

To generate and plot a pattern, execute the following command:

elixir advanced_pattern_generator.ex

Usage

Once the application is running, you can customize the pattern generation according to your requirements. Here's how you can do it:

1. Modify Parameters: Update the width, height, and pattern_type variables in the code to change the size and type of pattern.

2. Customize Colors: Optionally, you can customize the foreground_color and background_color variables to change the colors of the pattern.

3. Run the Application: Save the changes and run the application again to see the updated pattern.

Advanced Usage

PatternPlotter offers advanced features for generating complex patterns and experimenting with different parameters. Here are some examples:

Custom Color Schemes

Define custom color schemes by specifying RGB values for foreground and background colors. For example:

foreground_color = Color.rgb(255, 0, 0) # Red color
background_color = Color.rgb(0, 255, 0) # Green color

Experimental Patterns

Experiment with new pattern types by implementing custom pattern generation algorithms. Explore fractal patterns, cellular automata, and more.

Batch Processing

Automate pattern generation by writing scripts that generate multiple patterns with varying parameters. This can be useful for generating datasets or conducting experiments.

Example

Here's an example of how you can generate and plot a checkerboard pattern:

width = 300
height = 300
pattern_type = :checkerboard

AdvancedPatternGenerator.plot_pattern(width, height, pattern_type)

Troubleshooting

If you encounter any issues while installing or running PatternPlotter, here are some troubleshooting tips:

• Check Dependencies: Ensure that you have Elixir and the :gaz library installed correctly. Follow the installation instructions carefully.

• Verify Code Modifications: Double-check any modifications you made to the code, such as parameter values or variable assignments.

• Review Error Messages: Pay attention to any error messages or warnings displayed during execution. They often contain valuable information about the problem.

• Seek Community Support: If you're still stuck, don't hesitate to reach out to the Elixir community for assistance. Online forums, chat rooms, and social media groups can be great resources for getting help.

Additional Resources

For more information and advanced tutorials, check out these additional resources:

• Elixir Official Documentation
• :gaz Library Documentation
• PatternPlotter GitHub Repository
• Elixir Forum

License

This project is licensed under the GNU General Public License v3.0 (GNU3). See the LICENSE file for details.