preload()
The preload() function in p5.js is used to load external files like images or sounds before the program starts. This ensures that all assets are fully loaded and ready to use when the program begins execution, preventing delays or flickering during runtime. For example, a creative coder might preload a background image and a sound file to create a seamless experience in an interactive game or visual art piece.
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- "Explain what preload() does in p5.js"
- "Create a simple example using preload()"
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