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Code Rhythm

Code Rhythm

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Convert code structure into musical patterns using the Web Audio API
Installation
Launch VS Code Quick Open (Ctrl+P), paste the following command, and press enter.
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Code Rhythm 🎵

Transform your code into music! Code Rhythm is a VS Code extension that converts code structure into musical patterns using the Web Audio API, making programming more accessible and enjoyable.

Demo coming soon!

Features

🎼 Real-time Code Sonification

  • Automatic Analysis: Converts functions, loops, variables, and conditionals into distinct sounds
  • Live Updates: Music adapts as you type
  • Multi-language Support: Works with any language VS Code supports

🎹 Musical Genres

Choose from different musical styles:

  • Electronic: Punchy drums and synthesizers
  • Jazz: Swung rhythms and blue notes
  • Ambient: Atmospheric pads and textures
  • Classical: Orchestral arrangements

🎧 Advanced Modes

Navigation Mode

  • Cursor movements trigger contextual sounds
  • Jump detection with transition effects
  • Audio breadcrumbs for code exploration

Overview Mode

  • Compress entire files into 30-second compositions
  • Identify musical sections (intro/verse/chorus)
  • Export as MIDI files

Diff Mode

  • Stereo comparison of code changes
  • Added code in right channel, removed in left
  • Crossfade effects for modifications

Focus Mode

  • Binaural beats for concentration (alpha/theta waves)
  • Typing rhythm metronome
  • Pomodoro timer with musical cues

👥 Team Features

  • Author Signatures: Unique rhythm patterns per developer
  • Musical Handoffs: Smooth transitions between coding styles
  • Git Integration: Analyze commit patterns

Installation

  1. Open VS Code
  2. Press Ctrl+P / Cmd+P
  3. Type ext install code-rhythm
  4. Press Enter

Quick Start

  1. Open any code file
  2. Click the "▶ Code Rhythm" button in the status bar
  3. Adjust tempo and volume in the control panel
  4. Start coding and listen!

Keyboard Shortcuts

  • Ctrl+Alt+P / Cmd+Alt+P: Toggle playback
  • Ctrl+Alt+M / Cmd+Alt+M: Change mode
  • Ctrl+Alt+G / Cmd+Alt+G: Switch genre

Sound Mappings

Code Element Instrument Musical Role
Functions Kick Drum Downbeats, structure
Loops Hi-hat Rolling patterns
Conditionals Snare Accents, decisions
Variables Synthesizer Melody
Classes Chord Pads Harmonic foundation
Comments Rest Silence, breathing space

Configuration

{
  "codeRhythm.tempo": 120,
  "codeRhythm.genre": "Electronic",
  "codeRhythm.volume": 0.7,
  "codeRhythm.enableVisualizer": true
}

Use Cases

Accessibility

  • Navigate code by sound for visually impaired developers
  • Audio debugging through pattern recognition
  • Multi-sensory learning experience

Productivity

  • Maintain coding rhythm and flow
  • Audio indicators for code complexity
  • Binaural beats for deep focus

Education

  • Teach code structure through music
  • Make programming concepts more tangible
  • Gamify the learning experience

Team Collaboration

  • Identify coding patterns across team members
  • Audio diffs for code reviews
  • Musical pair programming

How It Works

  1. AST Parsing: Analyzes code structure using VS Code's APIs
  2. Pattern Detection: Identifies repetitions and complexity
  3. Sound Mapping: Converts code elements to musical events
  4. Real-time Synthesis: Generates audio using Web Audio API
  5. Adaptive Playback: Adjusts to your coding style

Performance

  • Minimal CPU usage (<5%)
  • Smart caching for large files
  • Voice stealing for polyphony limits
  • Efficient AST analysis

Privacy

Code Rhythm runs entirely locally. No code or audio is sent to external servers.

Author

Max Marquardt | mlot.ai

License

MIT

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