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p5: Generate a new p5 project (should be run from collection directory).
$ p5 generate ${project_name}
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The command "p5 generate ${project_name}" is used in the context of the p5.js library or framework. It generates a new p5.js project by creating a basic project structure with some initial code and files.

Here's a breakdown of the command:

  • "p5": Refers to the p5.js library or framework.
  • "generate": Specifies that we want to generate a new project.
  • "${project_name}": This is a placeholder for the name of the project or directory that you want to create. You need to replace "${project_name}" with the actual name you desire.

By running this command, you're instructing the p5.js library to create a new project folder with the specified name. The folder will contain the necessary files and assets to start building your p5.js project, such as an HTML file, a JavaScript file, and possibly a CSS file.

This explanation was created by an AI. In most cases those are correct. But please always be careful and never run a command you are not sure if it is safe.
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