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Processing for Mac

Programming language for electronic arts.

Free
In English
4.2
Based on 3 user rates

Processing overview

Processing is a programming language and environment built for the electronic arts and visual design communities. It was created to teach fundamentals of computer programming within a visual context and to serve as a software sketchbook. The software exports Java applets which may be posted on the Internet and shared with other artists and designers.

Note: While the software is classified as free, it is actually donationware. Please consider making a donation to help support development.

What’s new in version 4.3.1

  • Our new issue templates offer a more consistent way for users to share feedback and report bugs. This will make it easier for maintainers to review bug reports and address issues.
  • Processing now builds and signs code automatically using GitHub Actions. This will make future updates simpler and more reliable, by reducing the chances of human error and speeding up the build process. Curious developers can find the release script on GitHub.
  • Processing’s core libraries are now available on Maven Central! This makes it easier to integrate Processing into your Java projects using tools like Maven or Gradle. Check out examples for adding Processing core to your build system here.
  • We’ve made it easier to set up a local development environment, including configuration files for IntelliJ and updated documentation. Learn more here.
  • We are working on our contributor documentation to make it easier for first time contributors to get started. We are starting with a more inviting README, a new Code of Conduct, and improved Contribution Guidelines.

Full list of changes available here

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Processing for Mac

Free
In English
Version 4.3.1
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4.2

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Mikael-B
Mikael-B
Aug 15 2022
3.5.4
0.0
Aug 15 2022
0.0
Version: 3.5.4
The latest version, @macupdate, is actually 4.0.1 of August 9, 2022.
Christo777
Christo777
Jun 7 2013
2.0b9
4.5
Jun 7 2013
4.5
Version: 2.0b9
LiveCode is now OpenSource! (free community version)
8bitwintermute
8bitwintermute
Feb 25 2009
1.0.3
0.0
Feb 25 2009
0.0
Version: 1.0.3
the icon says "Poo"
Meego
Meego
Dec 1 2008
1.0.1
0.0
Dec 1 2008
0.0
Version: 1.0.1
This is very similar to Java. It's quite easy to learn. Incredible work made with Processing (with source code available): http://www.complexification.net/gallery/
Quiiick
Quiiick
Apr 29 2014
4.0
Apr 29 2014
4.0
Version: null
Christo777
Christo777
Jun 7 2013
4.5
Jun 7 2013
4.5
Version: null
pete007
pete007
May 16 2011
4.0
May 16 2011
4.0
Version: null