Processing is a Windows utility for developing applications. It utilizes an accessible programming language and can be used for learning how to code.

Writing programs

The main interface consists of a window for typing the code and a debugging console. Available commands are described in the comprehensive online documentation literature. The utility runs in the JVM.

By writing small “sketches” and executing them to see the results you can quickly understand the main functions and principles of software development.

Users are able to import images and other files into the project.

Additional tools

The code can be debugged to detect mistakes and errors. Any problematic parts are highlighted and possible solutions are displayed in a separate window.

The Movie Maker instrument lets you create a video file or a GIF from several images. Resolution and framerate can be adjusted. Moreover, you can add a soundtrack.

There is a wide variety of tools for this program available online. Users can install them from the Contribution Manager window. Code examples and software libraries can be downloaded from this section as well.

Theme Selector allows you to change the visual appearance of the main interface.

Features

free to download and use;
offers users instruments for software development;
there is a debugger for locating code errors;
detailed documentation is available online;
compatible with all modern versions of Windows.