We are a group of artists , technologists and designers from Bangalore city focused on livecoding, computer music, hardware, audiovisual performance and all things generative. This website is an attempt to consolidate our Meetups/ Jams and to create a Directory of Creative coders & Livecoders from India to help anyone looking for like-minded people to collaborate, build, host events, algoraves (opens new window) and more ❤️. Livecode.blr is a local node of Algorave India (opens new window).
Livecoding is the practice of using computers and programming for artistic expression. While traditional music and visual production processes are effectively opaque, a key component to LiveCoding is transparency, displaying the code and interfaces that produce the sights and sounds in real time. Some guiding principles of our community include: Exposing algorithmic processes, challenging established institutions and hierarchies, collaborative efforts with other communities, equitable practices of diversity and inclusion, and making space for experimentation and failure.
If you find it difficult to visualize computer music/livecoding, we have a playlist of tracks (opens new window) with track ID's (opens new window) from one of our recent listening sessions to get you up to speed.You can also check out Algorave India compilation 1 (opens new window), which has contributions from some of our members.
Although we are a livecoding group, we are open to anybody with an interest in computer music, creative tech, the new media arts and generative design, whether they are curious beginners or hardened veterans. We aim to create a welcoming space for people from all backgrounds and walks of life regardless of origin. Feel free to attend a meeting and find out if it's for you!