ChallengePixels

ChallengePixels: where unlocking premium images isn't just a click away—it's an adventure! We've all been there, scrolling through so-called "FREE" stock image sites only to be bombarded with sign-up forms, upsells, and hidden fees. But not here! ChallengePixels is genuinely free with one fun twist: you've got to earn the images you want.

Once you've conquered our challenge, you'll be able to download the image in our soon-to-be-legendary (and completely made-up) file format: MEME—Magnificently Eccentric Media Encapsulation Format. (Seriously, it's totally a thing... maybe.) Wondering how to open this majestic format? Don't worry, we’ve got you covered! Check out the instructions here.

Below, you'll find videos that show you how to access the images and crack open our .MEME files to reveal your well-earned treasure. Scroll down for more hilarious tutorials—because who said tech can't be fun?

Demo

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Installation Locally

1. Clone the repository:

   git clone https://github.com/adityakotha03/meme.git

2. Navigate to the project directory:

   cd meme

3. Install the dependencies:

   npm install

4. Start the application:

   npm start

How to Use the .meme Files

1. Navigate to the Python directory:

   cd Python

2. Ensure you have Python 3.7 or greater installed.

3. Install the required Python packages:

   pip install Pillow pygame pyinstaller

4. To create an executable file, run:

   pyinstaller --onefile meme_handler.py

Using the .meme Files on Windows

1. Double-click on a .meme file using your File Explorer.

2. Click on More Apps (see image below).

   

3. Click on Look for another app on this PC (see image below).

   

4. Navigate to the directory where you cloned the repository. Inside the Python folder, open the dist directory and select meme_handler.exe.

   Note: The dist folder is created after you run pyinstaller --onefile meme_handler.py.

Using the .meme Files on Mac or Linux

For Mac or Linux users, you can use the meme.py script located inside the Python folder. This script provides functions for encoding and decoding images, allowing you to access the .meme files.

We have also provided a sample image inside the Python/sample directory for you to try out.

Once you finish the game, the images are automatically saved to the path where the original .meme file is located.

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Feel free to reach out if you encounter any issues or have any questions in the Discussions!

Enjoy the journey, embrace the challenges, and remember: in the world of ChallengePixels, nothing is free... except everything, if you're up for the challenge!