I just open-sourced 13 MIT libraries for web visual effects
A developer has released 13 open-source MIT libraries for web visual effects under the name Vysmo. These libraries, available on npm, include various tools for transitions, text animations, effects, and more. The project emphasizes zero runtime dependencies and is designed to be flexible for different media types.
- ▪The libraries include features like WebGL2 transition shaders and choreographed text animations.
- ▪Vysmo offers a variety of components such as scroll-driven primitives and image slideshows.
- ▪The project is designed with a focus on performance and compatibility across different platforms.
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| Publication time | Sat, 16 May 2026 17:50:36 +0000 |
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