Master Coding with BASIC
Travel back in time with BASIC (Beginner's All-purpose Symbolic Instruction Code). It was the first language for many coding legends and is still a great way to learn logic.
10 PRINT "HELLO, BASIC!"
20 GOTO 10About BASIC
BASIC stands for Beginner's All-purpose Symbolic Instruction Code. It was designed in 1964 to be easy for students to use. For many years, it was the first language anyone learned on a home computer. It is a great way to understand the history of coding and simple logic flow.
Why BASIC?
A better way to learn to code
Designed specifically for beginners
Historical significance
Easy to understand commands
Fun retro coding experience
Projects
What you will build
Retro text games
Simple math programs
Number guessing games
ASCII art generators
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is BASIC still used?
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Not for modern professional development, but it is still a fun educational tool and has a nostalgic following.
- Why learn an old language?
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It is very simple and stripped down, which lets you focus purely on the logic of how a computer program flows.
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