lego-mindstorms-ev3
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Description:
Programmable robotics construction set
Type: Cask  |  Latest Version: 1.4.4@0  |  Tracked Since: Dec 28, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  @LEGO_Group  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Developer tools
Tags: robotics lego stem education ev3 programming
Install: brew install --cask lego-mindstorms-ev3
About:
The LEGO MINDSTORMS EV3 Home Edition software provides a drag-and-drop programming interface to build and command custom robots. It enables users to bring creations to life using motors, sensors, and intuitive coding blocks. This tool bridges physical building with computational thinking for accessible robotics development.
Key Features:
  • Drag-and-drop icon-based programming environment
  • Real-time robot debugging and control
  • Pre-built programming blocks for sensors and motors
  • Step-by-step guided building instructions
Use Cases:
  • Educational robotics and STEM learning
  • Building and programming autonomous robots
  • Prototyping simple automation logic
Alternatives:
  • LEGO Education SPIKE – Newer platform with updated hardware and Python/Scratch support
  • Scratch – General visual coding language without robotics integration
  • VEXcode – Cross-platform alternative for VEX robotics hardware
Version History
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Sep 2, 2025 8:12pm 1.4.4 0 VERSION_BUMP b0972c1c