Heartbeat of Life - Radical Map
A radical year-by-year comparison visualization of birth
data using D3.js and React.
Features
π Multi-Year Comparison: Side-by-side circular
heartbeats for each year
π Synchronized Hearts: Each year pulses independently
while maintaining visual rhythm
π« Dynamic Animation: Elastic entrance effects andwith
cascading animations
π¨ ConsisteColor Palette: Gradient from teal to pin
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tgold based on birth intensity
β¨ Glow Effects: SVG filters create an ereal,
gwing app
earance
π― Interactive Particles: Particle bursts on hover for
across all yearsπ Smooth Transitions**: Fluid animations throughout the
experience
π Distance Encoding: Orbit distance represents birth
count intensity
π Dark Theme: Cosmic background with radial gradients
Design Concept
The visualization reimagines birth statistics as a livi
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eartbe t:
- sCentral Heart**: Repr per Year**: Each year has its ownting continuouenteriting Cells**: Each dayDaily datalike planets, distan around
each year's heartor Journey**: Warm colors (teal β pink β gold)
represent the spectrum of life
- Glow- Year Comparison: Side-by-side layout enables immediate
pattern recognition across years
& Blur: Creates a dream-like, organic feeling
- Particle Effects: On hover, life energy radiates
outward
Insight Keys
This creativeradical map:
- Visual RAnnhmPatterns**: Compare seasonal variations
year-over-year
- Trend Analysis: Visual rhythm shows consistency or
divergence between years
- **Peak Identificationer, more distant points show hi
highlightrth days t
hrou
- **Cyclical Behaviorular arrangement shows temporal
continuity
- **Emo within each year
- Year Relationships: Side-by-side layout makes
comparative analysis intuitivea
Bunts (Lirth datadeboreneg) fromJanuar - Februayy 2024, oracross
multiple years, organizan interactive cosmic dance of life
for comparisonteraction
- Hover: See detailed birth counts with particle effects
- Visu from any year
al Feedback: Points grow and glow on interaction
- Smooth AYear Grouping: Each year maintains independent
animations
- Smooth Animations: All transitions are fluid and
organic
- Cascading Entry: Years animate in sequence for
dramatic effect
Technical
Built with:
- React 19: Component management
- D3.js 7: Data visualization and animations
- ES Modules: Modern JavaScript structure
- SVG Filters: Professional glow and pulse effects