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Michael Andreuzza
Michael Andreuzza

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How to create a basic drawing tool and save to PNG with Tailwind CSS and JavaScript

Today, we'll create a simple drawing tool using Tailwind CSS and JavaScript. We'll use the canvas element for drawing and the toDataURL method to save the image as a PNG.

A drawing tool is a digital app that lets users create and edit visual content. It typically offers a canvas for freehand drawing with tools like brushes or pens, ranging from basic sketches to advanced graphic design.

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