PixelFactory: Initiate's Lens

About

PixelFactory is the Signal Archives' calibration device for perceiving cosmic patterns in code. Every color is precisely positioned to maximize readability and minimize cognitive load during extended archival sessions.

Features

✨ Warm, Sophisticated — Deep dark backgrounds with warm accent colors engineered for visual comfort
🎨 Comprehensive — 220+ colors across all UI elements, syntax highlighting, and terminal output
🔤 Optimized Syntax — Support for 15+ programming languages with intelligent semantic highlighting
♿ Accessible — WCAG AA compliant contrast ratios ensuring readability for all users
🔧 Highly Customizable — Override any color directly in VS Code settings
📡 Signal Frequencies — Colors mapped to functional intent using archival principles

Installation

1. Open Extensions (Ctrl+Shift+X / Cmd+Shift+X)
2. Search for "PixelFactory" and click Install
3. Open Command Palette (Ctrl+Shift+P) and select a PixelFactory theme

Usage

Once installed, PixelFactory is immediately active. The theme applies to:

• Syntax highlighting — Code elements colored by type and semantic meaning
• UI elements — Panels, sidebars, and controls use the Foundry Spectrum
• Terminal — ANSI colors calibrated for clarity in terminal output
• Debugging — Special colors for breakpoints, debug console, and variables

Switching Themes

Use the Command Palette:

1. Ctrl+Shift+P (Windows/Linux) or Cmd+Shift+P (Mac)
2. Search "Preferences: Color Theme"
3. Select "PixelFactory: Initiate's Lens"

Or through Settings:

1. File → Preferences → Color Theme
2. Select "PixelFactory: Initiate's Lens"

Preview

Editor & Syntax

Terminal Colors

The Foundry Spectrum

Colors organized as signal frequencies—each serves a distinct purpose in guiding attention and preserving information.

Primary Frequencies:
Void Black #121212 · Ember Orange #FF8F2E · Steel Gray #798283 · Sage Green #8A9E78

Accent Signals:
Golden Yellow #FFC62F · Mauve #CF7F8F · Bronze #7f7b66

Diagnostic Frequencies:
Error #C71B00 · Warning #FFC62F · Success #A6E22E

Customization

Override any color in settings.json:

{
  "workbench.colorCustomizations": {
    "[PixelFactory Studio]": {
      "editor.background": "#0a0a0a"
    }
  }
}

File Structure

PixelFactory/
├── package.json                  # Extension metadata
├── README.md                     # Documentation
├── CONTRIBUTING.md              # Contribution guidelines
├── LICENSE                       # MIT License
├── themes/
│   ├── Editor.json              # Base UI colors
│   └── PixelFactory-Studio.json  # Complete theme with syntax highlighting
├── scripts/
│   └── validate-theme.js        # Theme validation script
└── images/
    └── icon.png                 # Theme icon

Contributing

Contributions welcome! Please fork the repository, create a feature branch, make your changes to the theme files, and run npm test before submitting a pull request.

Changelog

1.2.0 (February 2026)

• Signal refinement: Enhanced accessibility with improved contrast ratios
• Transmission clarity: Updated secondary text colors for better visibility
• Line calibration: Improved line highlight visibility for better pattern tracking

1.0.0 (Initial Release)

• PixelFactory Studio theme calibration
• 220+ colors with comprehensive coverage
• Full terminal ANSI signal support
• Debugging and chat UI theming

Support

Have questions or feedback?

• Issues: GitHub Issues
• Email: passanisi.andrew@github.com
• GitHub: apassanisi

License

MIT © 2026 apassanisi

Made with care by apassanisi

Code reads better in color. 🎨

Field Notes

In the Signal Archives, every tool serves a purpose in the archival network. PixelFactory: The Initiate's Lens is designed as a calibration device—a way to perceive patterns in the cosmic signal as it flows through code.

The color palette (the Foundry Spectrum) maps visual frequency to functional intent: Ember Orange for active transmissions you're currently working with, Sage Green for data being preserved, Steel Gray for the neutral ground. Using these calibrated frequencies, archivists can read large codebases with less cognitive friction, maintaining signal integrity over long sessions.

Whether you engage with the mythology or not, the theme works—the colors are scientifically optimized for readability, comfort, and visual hierarchy.

Signal integrity maintained • Amulet Digital Archive Protocol