BASIC-256 is an easy to use version of BASIC designed to teach anybody how to program. A built-in graphics mode lets them draw pictures on screen in minutes, and a set of easy-to-follow tutorials introduce programming concepts through fun exercises,

2021-08-05 - Ubuntu and other LINUX users can install the latest version with snap:
sudo snap --beta basic256

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GNU General Public License version 2.0 (GPLv2)

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  • Having started programming in 1966 I have done a lot of basic, and like it, especially for simple things. I was interested in this product, downloaded it installed it all with a few mouse clicks. The IDE is intuitive and easy to use. Haven't tried "Graphics" yet but look forward to trying it soon. I have scored Features and Support "5" each but as yet have had no reason to use them. To you developer(s), thanks for a great product. :-) After reading other reviews I also would like to produce exe files that run independently of the IDE.
  • Great BASIC for beginners and intermediate programmers!
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  • I am using the version 1.1.4.0(2014-10-25) - built with QT 5.3.0 how can I upgrade to the latest version without losing my work? and also how can I type in the graphics output?
  • Great project. I think it's a good way to get started with programming. It would be great if the Linux version were 2.0.0.1, too though. I am currently working on easy examples of all the things that can be done with Basic-256. For example additions with values, additions with variables and additions where the user is being asked to enter some values that will then be added. Would be cool if there were more examples like this in the official documentation, too. Also it would be cool if there was an easy way to create a GUI that could be exported as executable so the people could write a calculator, a spreadsheet calculation program, a database management tool or or or with Basic-256.
  • I use BASIC 256 to teach the O Level (High school) students. Likes: 1. Runs on Linux, Windows 2. Single IDE with editing, debugging, output window 3. Uses a pretty simple syntax 4. It's open source and free! 5. Neat colouring of keywords Dislikes: 1. Certain functions/operators are a mismatch for the 'BASIC' syntax. Eg: MOD is % 2. Inconsistent syntax. Eg: On Linux I have to use the $ sign after a string variable but not on Windows. 3. The code indenting is honestly poor (although it has a Beautify function). Overall, it's a great tool to teach and practice the basics of programming and algorithms to a beginner.
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Additional Project Details

Operating Systems

Linux, BSD, Mac, Windows

Languages

English, Russian

Intended Audience

Science/Research, Education, End Users/Desktop

User Interface

Qt

Programming Language

C++, BASIC

Database Environment

SQLite

Related Categories

C++ Interpreters, C++ Education Software, BASIC Interpreters, BASIC Education Software

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2006-09-29