Emergent Flocking Behavior

Project Overview

This simulation demonstrates Craig Reynolds' "boids" algorithm that models flocking behavior. Each boid follows three simple rules:

1. Separation: Avoid crowding neighbors
2. Alignment: Steer toward average heading of neighbors
3. Cohesion: Move toward average position of neighbors

Complex group behavior emerges from these simple interactions.

URL Parameters

You can configure the simulation via URL parameters:

• hue: Base color hue (0-360)
• header: Main header text
• subheader: Subheader text
• count: Number of boids (50-500)
• speed: Max boid speed (1-20)
• vision: Perception radius (10-200)
• separation: Separation force (0.1-2.0)
• alignment: Alignment force (0.1-2.0)
• cohesion: Cohesion force (0.1-2.0)
• debug: Enable debug mode (true/false)

Example: ?hue=200&header=My+Simulation&count=200

Changelog

Prompt Implementation

This simulation was created according to the following specifications:

"Create a beautiful, interactive boids simulation as a single file with dark theme. Use URL parameters for customization including 'hue' for color scheme and optional 'header'/'subheader' for text. Canvas should be full screen with toggle-able overlays for controls. Include animations, frame rate display, and mobile support. Implement 'debug' parameter for URL updates and logging."

Future Development

Agents modifying this file should:

• Update the changelog with new versions
• Maintain the single-file structure
• Preserve URL parameter functionality
• Optimize for performance
• Add new features in a backward-compatible way