Getting started

Play with some demos

From a sketch

Start with a sketch

A super quick way to get started for a one-off little sketch

From demos

Start with a package of examples that work out-of-the-box and ready to extend. You can also try them out online.

Your computer

Use your computer

With this approach, you’ve got a copy of the demos on your computer

Benefits

• Reliable: Once setup, you don’t need an internet connection, stable copy of ixfx that doesn’t change
• Safer: Excellent hinting & support from VS Code.

Disadvantages

• Closed: Can’t use cross-device websockets without additional steps.

Requirements

• Visual Studio Code

Optional

• Node.js

Web-based editor

Use a hosted environment

With this approach, you edit code in a hosted environment. This is particularly useful for getting sketches and services on the live internet.

Benefits

• Easy collaboration
• Easy & safe: No need to install and maintain tools or mess with your computer. Everything runs in your browser

Disadvantages

• Subject to whims of a company
• Can be laggy and unreliable