The Nature of Code (book)

*The Nature of Code* is a book that explores how natural systems and behaviors—like flocking, growth, and evolution—can be modeled and simulated using computer programming. It bridges concepts from biology, physics, and mathematics with creative coding techniques, allowing programmers to create interactive, lifelike digital phenomena. The book emphasizes understanding underlying principles such as randomness, emergence, and feedback loops, enabling readers to design systems that mimic the complexity and beauty of nature. Overall, it provides practical guidance for leveraging code to simulate and explore natural patterns and processes.