node-sdl is a Node.js addon providing bindings for SDL (Simple DirectMedia Layer) using the node-addon-api
. This allows developers to utilize SDL functionality within Node.js applications, enabling the development of multimedia applications, games, and interactive software.
- Cross-Platform: SDL provides a consistent API across multiple platforms, including Windows, macOS, Linux, and more.
- Low-Level Access: Gain direct access to audio, keyboard, mouse, joystick, and graphics hardware.
- Performance: Utilize hardware-accelerated graphics and audio for optimal performance.
- Node.js Integration: Seamlessly integrate SDL functionality into Node.js applications using the
node-addon-api
.
Before installing node-sdl, ensure you have the necessary prerequisites:
- Node.js (version 18 or higher)
- npm (Node.js package manager)
- SDL development libraries
To install node-sdl, use npm:
npm install node-sdl
Here's a simple example demonstrating how to use node-sdl to create a window:
const app = require("node-sdl");
// Create a window
const window = app.createWindow({
title: "SDL Window",
width: 800,
height: 600,
});
// that's it
Contributions are welcome! If you find any issues or have suggestions for improvements, please feel free to open an issue or submit a pull request.
Before contributing, please review our contributing guidelines for instructions on how to contribute to the project.