Processing is a flexible software sketchbook and a language for learning how to code. Since 2001, Processing has promoted software literacy within the visual arts and visual literacy within technology.

Processing uses the Java programming language, with additional simplifications such as additional classes and aliased mathematical functions and operations. It also provides a graphical user …

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Help us continue with your generosity! Returns the number of milliseconds (thousandths of a second) since the sketch started. Writes array data to the text area of the Processing environment's console.

Learn to code using Processing, from functions and variables to libraries and exporting applications.

Welcome to Processing! This introduction covers the basics of writing Processing code.

Programs about animation, interaction, motion, simulation, and more... Short, prototypical programs exploring the basics of programming with Processing.

Merge creativity and algorithms to sketch ever-evolving visuals that use randomness to create mesmerizing patterns, shapes, and designs. Explore inspiring works of established artists or start …

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