Game of Life Extension od Dor Pascal

Explore the fascinating world of cellular automata with our Game of Life Extension! This interactive Chrome extension brings John Conway's Game of Life to your browser, offering a blend of mathematical intrigue and visual appeal.

Key Features:
1. Interactive Grid: Click on cells to create your own initial patterns or use the randomize feature to generate unexpected configurations.
2. Customizable Simulation: Start, pause, and step through generations at your own pace.
3. Age-Based Visualization: Watch as cells evolve, changing colors based on their age - from young blue cells to veteran dark blue ones.
4. Flexible Board Size: A 20x20 grid provides ample space for complex patterns to emerge and evolve.
5. Theme Customization: Choose from a variety of background colors to personalize your Game of Life experience.
6. Persistent Settings: Your theme preference is saved, providing a consistent experience across browser sessions.

How It Works:
- Living cells with 2 or 3 neighbors survive to the next generation.
- Dead cells with exactly 3 neighbors become alive in the next generation.
- All other cells die or remain dead in the next generation.

Technical Highlights:
- Built with JavaScript for optimal performance.
- Utilizes CSS Grid for efficient and responsive layout.
- Implements Chrome's storage API for saving user preferences.

Whether you're a mathematics enthusiast, a coding beginner, or simply looking for a mesmerizing way to pass the time, our Game of Life Extension offers an engaging and educational experience right in your browser!

Dive into the world of emergent complexity and discover the beauty of simple rules creating intricate patterns. Install now and start your journey into the Game of Life!