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CLI for image/video to ASCII art
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What If Donut.c but With Any ASCII Art
by areofyl·Jul 27, 2026·3 points·0 comments
AI Analysis
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Spins any ASCII logo in 3D using nothing but math and printf.
Strengths
- •Heightmap trick converts character density into 3D relief without graphics libraries.
- •Preserves ANSI color codes per character during 3D rotation.
- •One-file C implementation with zero dependencies beyond fastfetch.
Weaknesses
- •Limited to ASCII art with varying character densities; flat text won't render well.
- •No interactive controls mentioned—just pre-defined rotation.
Category
Target Audience
Terminal enthusiasts, C programmers, demoscene hobbyists
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donut.c · sl (steam locomotive)
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