processing ☆
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Description:
Flexible software sketchbook and a language for learning how to code
Type: Cask  |  Latest Version: 4.5.2,1313@0  |  Tracked Since: Dec 28, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  @processingorg  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Developer tools
Tags: creative-coding visualization ide graphics education
Install: brew install --cask processing
About:
Processing is an open-source graphical library and integrated development environment (IDE) built for the electronic arts, new media art, and visual design communities. It simplifies the creation of 2D, 3D, and PDF output, enabling users to generate complex visuals and interactive applications with minimal code. It serves as a foundational tool for learning programming concepts within a visual context.
Key Features:
  • Simplified syntax for visual design and animation
  • Built-in IDE with immediate feedback loop
  • Cross-platform support (Windows, macOS, Linux)
  • Extensive library for hardware integration (Arduino, Kinect)
Use Cases:
  • Learning the fundamentals of computer programming visually
  • Prototyping interactive data visualizations and digital art
  • Creating standalone graphical applications and exports
Alternatives:
  • p5.js – JavaScript port of Processing; runs directly in a web browser rather than a native desktop IDE.
  • openFrameworks – C++ toolkit for creative coding; offers higher performance but has a steeper learning curve.
Version History
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Jan 29, 2026 4:48pm 4.5.2,1313 0 VERSION_BUMP a153f66a
Jan 19, 2026 4:50pm 4.5.1,1312 0 VERSION_BUMP 33e5c94e
Sep 15, 2025 12:47pm 4.4.7,1307 0 VERSION_BUMP af3aaf41
Aug 14, 2025 4:40pm 4.4.6,1306 0 VERSION_BUMP 55555cf2
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