The Digital Press

SuperCollider's powerful audio synthesis engine, scsynth, now runs directly in web browsers using WebAssembly and AudioWorklet, enabling zero-install audio programming with full OSC API access.

Why it matters: This breakthrough allows complex audio synthesis to be embedded and shared easily via web pages without software installation.

The big picture: It bridges desktop audio tools with web technologies, making advanced sound design accessible and distributable through simple browser links.

The other side: While WebAudio is commonly used for prototyping, this brings a richer, native SuperCollider experience to the browser, though some legacy projects like Overtone remain inactive.

Commenters say: Users praise this as a major achievement that solves distribution challenges and eagerly anticipate more creative coding projects from Sam Aaron.