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Welcome to the ToneForge documentation! This wiki contains comprehensive information about the digital pedalboard app for Android.

📚 Documentation Index

Getting Started

• Overview - Introduction and quick start guide
• Features - Complete feature list
• Usage Guide - How to use the app effectively

Effects & Features

• Effects - Detailed information about each effect
• Looper - Advanced multi-track recording and playback system
• Metronome - Professional timing tool with visual feedback
• Automation System - Record and playback parameter changes
• MIDI Learn - External MIDI controller integration

Learning & Practice

• Advanced Techniques - Master advanced performance and sound design techniques
• Practice Exercises - Structured exercises for skill development
• Interactive Learning System - 🆕 Complete musical education platform

Advanced Features

• Smart Presets - 🆕 AI-powered preset suggestions
• Audio Analysis - 🆕 Real-time spectrum and VU meter
• Power Management - 🆕 Intelligent energy optimization

Technical Information

• Architecture - Technical architecture and file structure
• Development - Setup, build, and contribution guidelines

🎸 What is ToneForge?

ToneForge is a complete digital music platform for Android, featuring real-time audio processing with native C++ code. Transform your Android device into a professional pedalboard with low latency, multiple effects, and advanced features like automation, MIDI control, and AI-powered learning.

🚀 Quick Start

1. Clone and build:

   git clone <repository-url>
   cd ToneForge
   ./gradlew assembleDebug

2. Install on Android device (API 27+)

3. Grant permissions and start creating!

📖 Main Features

🎛️ Core Audio Features

• Real-time audio processing with low latency
• Multiple effects: Gain, distortion, delay, reverb, chorus, flanger, phaser, EQ, compressor
• Advanced Looper: Multi-track recording with effects, slicing, quantization, and MIDI control
• Professional Metronome: Precise timing with visual feedback, time signatures, and BPM control
• Preset system with favorites and export/import
• Customizable effect order via drag-and-drop
• Real-time tuner with pitch detection
• Automation system for dynamic performances
• MIDI Learn for external controller support
• Background processing with screen off
• Modern dark interface with tooltips

🧠 AI & Smart Features 🆕

• Smart Presets: AI-powered preset suggestions based on musical style
• Audio Analysis: Real-time spectrum analyzer and VU meter
• Style Detection: Automatic detection of Rock, Jazz, Blues, Metal, and Acoustic styles
• Intelligent Learning: System learns from your playing patterns

🎓 Educational Platform 🆕

• Interactive Exercises: 8 structured exercises from basic to advanced
• Theory Lessons: Complete musical theory education
• Practice Sessions: Guided practice with metronome and feedback
• Progress Tracking: Level system with points and achievements
• Real-time Feedback: Instant guidance and tips

⚡ Performance & Power 🆕

• Smart Power Management: Performance, Economy, and Normal modes
• Battery Optimization: Intelligent oversampling control
• System Integration: Wi-Fi and volume controls
• Status Monitoring: Real-time system status indicators

🔗 External Links

• GitHub Repository
• Issues & Bug Reports
• Releases

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ToneForge - Transform your Android into a professional music platform! 🎸✨