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ASCII Art Generator — Digital Art Made from Text
May 12, 2026 · Oiyo
A tool for converting images into ASCII character art or creating original art from text. Covers the history of ASCII art and how to use it.
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Base64 Encoder/Decoder — How Data Encoding Works
May 12, 2026 · Oiyo
A tool for encoding and decoding text and data in Base64. Explains how Base64 encoding works, common use cases, and how it is used in web development.
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Digital Nostalgia: ASCII Art and the Beauty of Images Made from Text
Apr 14, 2026 · OIYO Editorial
Before graphics existed, clever pioneers invented "text pictures." Explore how ASCII art illuminates the principles of data visualization and the enduring aesthetic of classic digital culture.
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Colors Borrowed from Nature: How to Extract Your Own Palette from an Image
Apr 14, 2026 · OIYO Editorial
Every masterpiece begins with a perfect harmony of color. Learn a color therapy strategy for breathing life into your designs by extracting a palette from a single photograph.