Learn programming the simple way
BASIC-256 is a beginner-friendly programming language that makes learning to code fun with graphics, math, and immediate results.
Easy to learn
Built-in graphics
Cross-platform
Open source
BASIC-256 is a beginner-friendly programming language that makes learning to code fun with graphics, math, and immediate results.
This is the real BASIC-256 — the same interpreter as the desktop app, compiled to WebAssembly and running in a browser tab. Nothing to install.
Opens run.basic256.org in a new tab and downloads roughly 16 MB the first time — best on a desktop browser.
The desktop build gives you the complete IDE: syntax highlighting, a step debugger, separate text and graphics output panes, and full speed for animation-heavy programs like the one shown here.
BubbleUniverse.kbs example running in the desktop IDE. Click to enlarge.Simple syntax makes it perfect for first-time programmers.
Create drawings, animations and visual projects easily.
Great for learning math and problem solving.
Works on Windows, Linux, macOS and the Web.
Free, open source and supported by a friendly community.
The first stable release of the 2.1 series: Qt 6, a browser build, Apple Silicon and Intel Macs, a module library and a new look.
The documentation site has its own domain, and the app now points at it from the About box, Online help and F1.
Full 64-bit whole numbers on every platform, a light/dark theme for the editor, and touch support for the browser build.
View source code and contribute.
Ask questions and help others.
Chat with other BASIC-256 users in real time.
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