This project recreates the Matrix-style falling code effect using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript. No images or external libraries are used—just pure web technologies!
Experience the effect live by opening the
index.htmlfile in any modern browser.
The project contains the following files:
matrix-falling-code/
│
├── index.html # Main HTML file with the <canvas> element
├── matrix.js # JavaScript file for the animation logic
└── README.md # Project documentation
Follow these steps to run the project locally:
-
Clone the repository:
git clone https://github.com/andresz74/matrix.git cd matrix -
Open the HTML file: Open
index.htmlin your preferred web browser. -
Enjoy the animation: Watch the Matrix-like code rain effect.
- A
<canvas>element is used to render characters dynamically. - The JavaScript file (
matrix.js) generates random characters and animates their fall using:- Green text with a trailing effect.
- A smooth animation loop using
requestAnimationFrame.
- The CSS ensures a black background and full-screen canvas.
You can customize the following settings in matrix.js:
- Characters: Modify the
matrixCharsstring to use different symbols. - Font Size: Adjust the
fontSizevariable to increase or decrease the text size. - Speed: Change the drop speed by tweaking the
Math.random()threshold.
This project is open-source and available under the MIT License.
- Contributions: Feel free to fork the project and submit pull requests.
- Feedback: If you encounter issues or have suggestions, open an issue or reach out.
Andres Zenteno
GitHub: @andresz74
