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Andrés Schiavo
Andrés Schiavo

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I built an interactive “digital bonsai world map” as a zen side-project.

I wanted to create something peaceful and positive, so I built a world map where users can plant digital bonsai trees.

The idea is inspired by the zen philosophy of simple, quiet gestures — something tiny, symbolic, and calming.

🌍 Live demo: https://www.zen.com.ar/bonsais/

🛠 Tech stack

  • Leaflet.js
  • PHP (small custom API)
  • MySQL
  • Minimal UI
  • Custom Google login

No commercial purpose. No ads. No tracking.

Just a calm project I wanted to share with the world.

If you check it out and plant your bonsai, let me know where you placed it.

Happy to hear your feedback or ideas!

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