Coding in the classroom is easier than ever now that PICO-8 is available on the web

Coding in the classroom is easier than ever now that PICO-8 is available on the web

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Coding in the classroom has never been easier now that the virtual console PICO-8 is available on the web. With PICO-8, students can program games in the lua programming language. The environment includes a graphics and sound editor, which makes it easy for students to create their own games. Additionally, PICO-8 is available on Chromebooks,…

ⓔ Ready to move on from Scratch? Check out Pico-8!

ⓔ Ready to move on from Scratch? Check out Pico-8!

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Scratch is a great introduction to programming. By using code blocks, students and staff can quickly assemble a working program. But, the limitations of Scratch become more and more apparent as you try to create more sophisticated programs. That’s where Pico-8 from Lexaloffle comes in. Pico-8 – the programmable virtual game console The Pico-8 is a…