Data Pixels Playground

Data Pixels Playground is an interesting piece of software that, alongside the built-in DataPixels.js source code, makes it possible for you to create pixel art by writing code directly, for previewing and testing purposes.

To get started with this atypical pixel art designer, you are only required to download the package, unzip it, and run the app via its designated executable file.

Considering what has been said, you might be surprised to find a fairly modern and very intuitive GUI upon first launching the app. The second thing that becomes evident is the fact that the main window is split into two parts with the left side hosting the code editor and the right side dedicated for previewing your projects in real time.

You are also bound to discover the app's minimalist set of readily-accessible features. For instance, since there's no auto-preview option available, you will have to manually "run" the code using the button from the upper left side of the main window. From the upper right side, you can choose between two layouts (horizontal and vertical), as well as access the app's Settings.

From here, you can swiftly change the code indentation values, enable features like auto code alignment and auto code description, as well as choose between two provided themes (Light and Dark). Before we conclude, you should also know that the File menu provides you with an option to import image files and to export DataPixels.js files, among others.

Last but not least, you may be interested in knowing that the app bundles three, very useful and self-explanatory code or project examples, namely Basic, Hearts, Mario Bros.

Taking everything into account, Data Pixels Playground is a surprisingly competent application. It looks and feels like a modern application should, all while allowing you to create pixel art programmatically. A small criticism could be brought up because it does not pack a documentation section, but it almost entirely makes up for this drawback thanks to its built-in examples.