Code for scrolling text by using max7219 to drive a 8x8 led matrix

Here's a clue: The difference between displaying text on a LED matrix and scrolling text on a LED matrix is the text.

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Figure out what text you want to display.
Display that text. Wait some period of time.
Alter the text.
Display that text. Wait some period of time.
Alter the text.
Display that text. Wait some period of time.
Alter the text.
Display that text. Wait some period of time.
Alter the text.
<repeat as often as desired/required>