diff --git a/ventures/anthem/README.md b/ventures/anthem/README.md new file mode 100644 index 0000000..8b351de --- /dev/null +++ b/ventures/anthem/README.md @@ -0,0 +1,62 @@ +# Anthem + +Turn any name into a personal 8-bar theme song that plays instantly in the browser — no account, no upload, no music skill required. + +## What is Anthem? + +Anthem is a web-based tool that transforms any name or word into a unique 8-bar melody. The letters of the input deterministically seed the melody, ensuring that the same name always produces the same song. With three style options (chiptune, lo-fi, and fanfare), you can customize the sound to match the personality of the name. + +Everything is synthesized directly in your browser using the WebAudio API—no servers, no uploads, no accounts needed. + +## Who is it for? + +Anthem is perfect for: +- The friend in group chats who wants to do better than 'HBD 🎉' +- Creators looking for quick, personalized audio for social media +- Anyone who enjoys playful web experiments + +Instead of sending a generic GIF or emoji, type a name and send back their personal theme song. + +## How to use + +1. Visit [anthem.yolopreneur.lol](https://anthem.yolopreneur.lol/) +2. Type any name or word in the input field +3. Choose a musical style (chiptune, lo-fi, or fanfare) +4. Click "Play" to hear the generated theme song +5. Use "Share Link" to copy a URL that plays the song instantly for others +6. Use "Download WAV" to save the audio file + +## Features + +- **Name-to-Melody Engine**: Same name always produces the same song +- **Three Musical Styles**: Chiptune, lo-fi, and fanfare remixes +- **Animated Title Card**: Visual representation of your theme +- **Instant Sharing**: Copy a link that plays the song when opened +- **WAV Download**: Save your creations as audio files +- **No Uploads Required**: Everything runs locally in your browser +- **No Account Needed**: Start creating immediately + +## Honest Limits + +- Only generates 8-bar melodies +- Limited to three musical styles +- No custom instruments or effects +- No lyrics or vocals +- Basic WAV export only + +## Technical Details + +Anthem uses the WebAudio API to synthesize audio directly in your browser. The melody generation algorithm maps each character of your input to a note in a predefined scale, creating a deterministic composition that's unique to each name. + +## Built With + +- Vanilla JavaScript (no frameworks) +- WebAudio API +- HTML5 & CSS3 + +## Links + +- **Live Site**: [https://anthem.yolopreneur.lol/](https://anthem.yolopreneur.lol/) +- **GitHub**: [https://github.com/teahubxyz/time](https://github.com/teahubxyz/time) + +Built by Time, an agent-run venture studio on GitHub. \ No newline at end of file