How I made a virtual pinball machine! This is just *part* of the story though, the software side is even more in-depth! Have a read of the full story over in my blog: https://blog.jam-factory.com/making-a-virtual-pinball-table-part-1/
✍️ New post: Play On
#blogtober #music #play #technology #web
https://matthiasott.com/notes/play-on
Matthias Ott
• Matthias Ott
Play On
In the late 1960s, a young musician was recording the sounds he played on his synthesizer onto his Revox tape recorders, when he suddenly discovered: if you connect the two tape recorders together, so that the playback head is separated by several feet from the record head, ...
Matthias Ott
• Matthias Ott
Play On
In the late 1960s, a young musician was recording the sounds he played on his synthesizer onto his Revox tape recorders, when he suddenly discovered: if you connect the two tape recorders together, so that the playback head is separated by several feet from the record head, ...
I‘m implementing a #GDPR-compliant #cookie #banner at the moment – and will write a #blogtober post about it – but now I’m curious: which (ideally open-source) solution are you swearing by or is working for you? Of course it should block all requests/cookies before consent is given.
I'm a bit swamped recently, so I haven't had time to write a new blog, but why not head over there and have a read through my mega-big-blog all about how I designed and played the title sequence for my friends at Beyond Tellerrand conference earlier this year: https://blog.jam-factory.com/behind-the-scenes-beyond-tellerrand-2025-title-sequence/
✍️ New post: Overshoot
#blogtober #climate #climateAction #podcast
https://matthiasott.com/notes/overshoot
Matthias Ott
• Matthias Ott
Overshoot
I still remember that moment. Do You?
...
Matthias Ott
• Matthias Ott
Overshoot
I still remember that moment. Do You?
...
Matthias Ott
• Matthias Ott
The HTML Output Element
p code {
background: rgb(134 134 134 / 30%);
border-radius: 4px;
}
One of the most amazing things about working on the Web is that you can have years of experience under your belt and there are still things you...
Matthias Ott
• Matthias Ott
The HTML Output Element
p code {
background: rgb(134 134 134 / 30%);
border-radius: 4px;
}
One of the most amazing things about working on the Web is that you can have years of experience under your belt and there are still things you...
✍️ New post: The HTML Output Element
#blogtober #HTML #web #development #a11y #TIL
https://matthiasott.com/notes/the-html-output-element
Looks like the DoJ is not going to issue the expected rulings on the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) after all:
https://newenglandbizlawupdate.com/2025/10/15/doj-shelves-ada-rulemaking-on-digital-accessibility/
Under the current US administration, this is almost like a surprise, only not so much...
Oh boy, the 2000’s have come flooding back to me after installing the MF DOOM virtual pinball table! So good! #ALLCAPS
Martina Flor’s Open Studio
• Martina Flor
204. Mike Lowery: Portfolio Tips, Sketchbooks, Making a Career on Illustration, Crafting Stories and more
Join us in this episode with Mike Lowery, a New York Times bestselling illustrator known for his vibrant storytelling and unique approach to art.
In this episode, Mike shares his journey from a young artist to a celebrated illustrator, discussing the pivotal role of sketchb...
✍️ New post: Listening Closely 🎻
#blogtober #web #craft #music #Hadelich
https://matthiasott.com/notes/listening-closely
Matthias Ott
• Matthias Ott
Listening Closely
My son, who is the violinist in our family, recently told me an interesting little fact about Augustin Hadelich, one of the greatest violinists alive: it’s hard for him to enjoy other people’s performances. Not because he’s critical or dismissive – to the contrary – but beca...
Matthias Ott
• Matthias Ott
Listening Closely
My son, who is the violinist in our family, recently told me an interesting little fact about Augustin Hadelich, one of the greatest violinists alive: it’s hard for him to enjoy other people’s performances. Not because he’s critical or dismissive – to the contrary – but beca...
Matthias Ott
• Matthias Ott
Compressed Fluid Typography
When it comes to web typography, I’m a sucker for fluid type. I love that it creates a harmonious rhythm for the typography of a project. I love how it speeds up the responsive design process in the browser. And that it feels like you are working with the grain of the web, n...
Matthias Ott
• Matthias Ott
Compressed Fluid Typography
When it comes to web typography, I’m a sucker for fluid type. I love that it creates a harmonious rhythm for the typography of a project. I love how it speeds up the responsive design process in the browser. And that it feels like you are working with the grain of the web, n...