Pattern-based SVG optimization for typing sequences

[jackspirou]

Summary

This PR implements intelligent pattern detection to optimize SVG file size by identifying and animating typing sequences with CSS animations instead of storing individual frames.

Problem

Current SVG generation stores complete terminal state for every frame, even when only 1-2 characters change. For a typical recording with 4,000+ frames, this creates files of 5-7MB+ with massive redundancy.

Solution

Detect typing patterns in frame sequences and replace them with CSS typing animations. Instead of storing 50 frames for typing "hello world", we store 1 frame + a CSS animation.

Changes

• ✅ Add pattern detection algorithm to identify typing sequences
• ✅ Generate CSS @keyframes typing animations for detected patterns
• ✅ Maintain frame-perfect visual fidelity
• ✅ Add comprehensive test coverage

Performance Impact

Test Case: "hello world" (11 characters)

• Before: 51 frames × ~345 bytes = ~17KB
• After: 1 pattern + CSS animation = ~500 bytes
• Reduction: 97% smaller

Real-world Recording (CLI demo)

• Detected multiple typing patterns
• Pattern detection finds 100% of typing sequences in test file
• File size reduction varies based on typing content (50-90% typical)

Test Coverage

# Run pattern detection tests
go test -v -run TestSVGGenerator_PatternDetection

# Run CSS animation tests  
go test -v -run TestSVGGenerator_TypingAnimationCSS

All tests pass ✅

Compatibility

• ✅ Non-breaking change (optimization applied by default)
• ✅ Works with all existing VHS features
• ✅ Maintains exact visual output
• ✅ Pure CSS solution (no JavaScript required)

Future Improvements

This PR focuses on typing patterns as they provide the biggest impact. Future optimizations could include:

• Output patterns (bulk text appearing)
• Cursor movement patterns
• Screen clear operations

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