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Description:
Programmes interactive stories, games, and animations

Type: Cask | Latest Version: 3.31.1@0 | Tracked Since: Dec 28, 2025

Links: Homepage | @scratch | formulae.brew.sh

Category: Developer tools

Tags: education programming visual-coding stem kids

Install: brew install --cask scratch

About:
Scratch is a block-based visual programming language and online community targeted primarily at children. The desktop application allows users to create interactive stories, games, and animations offline without needing to write code. It serves as an accessible entry point to computational thinking and logic development.

Key Features:

Block-based drag-and-drop coding interface
Offline editor for creating projects without internet
Extensive library of sprites and backdrops
Supports interactive multimedia and animation

Use Cases:

Teaching programming concepts to K-12 students
Creating simple games and interactive art projects
Prototyping logic flows without syntax overhead

Alternatives:

Code.org – Web-based platform similar block coding approach
Snap! – Advanced block-based language with more features for older students

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