User:ManuelSantos/Basic 256
 Basic-256 0.9.6.46 | |
| Developer(s) | James M. Reneau |
|---|---|
| Stable release | 0.9.6.46
/ October 25, 2010 |
| Operating system | Cross-platform |
| Type | Programming language |
| License | GPL |
| Website | http://basic256.org/ |
The project started in 2007 inspired by the article “Why Johnny can't code” by David Brin. In 2009 James M. Reneau from Shawnee State University took over the project . It's main focus is to provide a simple and comprehensive environment for middle/high school students learn the basics of computer programming .
Basic-256 is a simple version of BASIC. It uses traditional control structures like gosub, for/next, and goto, which helps children easily see how program flow-control works. It has a built-in graphics mode which lets them draw pictures on screen, and a set of detailed, easy-to-follow tutorials that introduce programming concepts through simple exercises.
External links
[edit]- Home Page - user manuals and tutorials