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Advanced: Raw Parameters

Welcome to NISPS

Neural Interactive Shaping of Parameter Spaces

What is this?

NISPS lets you teach a neural network how to map a 2D joystick position to a rich set of visual or audio parameters. Move the joystick, shape the outputs you want, and the network learns your preferences in real time.

How it works

A small neural network takes your joystick X/Y position as input and produces dozens of output parameters. You teach it by either:

  • Examples — set the parameter sliders to what you want at a given joystick position, add the example, then hit Train. Do this a few times from different positions and the network interpolates between them.
  • Feedback (RL) — move the joystick around. If you like what you see/hear, press + (keep this). If you don't, press − (explore more). The network gradually learns what you prefer.

What to expect

  • Moving the joystick changes all outputs in real time through the network
  • Randomize shuffles the network weights — instant new mapping
  • Train fits the network to your saved examples
  • + / − feedback nudges the network: + reinforces the current mapping, − adds exploration noise
  • Switch between Visual (particle flow field) and Synth (C15 synthesizer) output modes
  • The heatmap bar at the top shows all output parameters at a glance

Controls

Touch / Mouse
Drag joystickMove through parameter space
+ / − buttonsPositive / negative feedback
Bottom barTrain, Randomize, Clear, Follow mode
Keyboard
1Negative feedback (−)
2Positive feedback (+)
Gamepad (Steam Deck, Xbox, etc.)
Left stickJoystick control
LB (left bumper)Negative feedback
RB (right bumper)Positive feedback
ATrain
XRandomize
BClear examples

Tips

  • Start with Randomize a few times to hear/see different mappings, then use feedback to refine
  • Use Follow mode to let the joystick wander automatically while you give feedback
  • In Synth mode, press the play button (top left) to start audio, then explore
  • Tap a heatmap cell to see which parameter it controls