Additional Resources: Other Codes

 

Braille

Braille was the first code we explored as a language of protest. The project then evolved into looking at the potential of Morse Code and, eventually, linear and 2D barcodes. There is still great potential in using Braille for some of the DIY exercises here, so here's a pack of links for anyone interested:

 

• Background information

• An explanation of the Braille alphabet

• More on the Braille cell

• Symbols and contractions in Braille

• Download Braille font (link)

 

Morse Code

Morse code used for protest: the potential here is in the 'sound' aspect, so here's a pack of useful links for Morse Code and sound enthusiasts:

 

• Background information

• A Morse Code alphabet

• Morse Code translator

• Another translator (if the one above disagrees with you)

 

Linear Barcodes

QR and Data Matrix codes (the ones used in this site) are examples of 2D Barcodes; they store information in 2D via a matrix. Linear barcodes are 1-dimensional and are barcodes that you see on products in a grocery store. Here's a set of useful links for anyone interested in linear barcodes:

 

• Background information on Barcodes

• Barcode generator

• Linear Barcode fonts (link)

• Barcode editor

 

Be sure to add photographs of your other codes to the BBA Flickr Group (tag BlackBook Activist)!