pBasic is a desktop application that provides a friendly environment for writing and running BASIC code with commands like CIRCLE and PRINT that execute in real time. It includes features for sprite animation, game development, and numerous demo examples to help users learn programming concepts. Designed for beginners, it offers a blank canvas for creative coding with a retro aesthetic.
pBasic sits in PulseGate's Education & learning category. It focuses on learning computer programming without modern complexity or steep learning curves. It is built as a consumer product for beginner programmers and students. The product is available for free. The product ships for iOS and macOS.
Behind pBasic is John Roland Penner, based in the United States, and the product first shipped in 2026. Key capabilities include Sprite Animation, Real-time Drawing, and Built-in Demos.
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