Draw graphics, images, and text using the HTML Canvas API
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The HTML Canvas API lets you draw graphics directly in the browser using JavaScript.
With Canvas, you can:
- Draw shapes like rectangles, lines, and circles
- Render text with custom fonts and styles
- Display and manipulate images
- Create animations and games
- Build data visualizations
The Canvas API is essential for:
- Game development - Render game graphics at 60 FPS
- Data visualization - Create custom charts and graphs
- Image editing - Apply filters and transformations
- Creative coding - Build generative art and interactive experiences
This unit will teach you how to work with the HTML Canvas API, from basic drawing operations to loading images and rendering text.
Lessons in this unit:
| 0: | ▶︎ Introduction |
| 1: | Getting started with HTML Canvas |
| 2: | Loading and drawing images on canvas |
| 3: | Writing text on canvas |