squeak ☆
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Description:
Smalltalk programming system
Type: Cask  |  Latest Version: 6.0,22148@0  |  Tracked Since: Dec 28, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Developer tools
Tags: smalltalk programming-language education development ide
Install: brew install --cask squeak
About:
Squeak is a modern, open-source Smalltalk programming environment derived from the original Apple Smalltalk-80 system. It provides a complete, live coding platform with a graphical IDE, object-oriented virtual machine, and extensive libraries. Its main value is enabling rapid prototyping and educational exploration through immediate feedback and a unified development experience.
Key Features:
  • Live coding environment with immediate feedback
  • Cross-platform virtual machine and graphical IDE
  • Extensive class library and Morphic UI framework
  • Strong support for education and multimedia projects
Use Cases:
  • Learning object-oriented programming concepts
  • Prototyping graphical applications and simulations
  • Educational research in computer science
Alternatives:
  • Pharo – More modern Smalltalk fork with active enterprise community
  • GNU Smalltalk – Command-line focused interpreter, lacks integrated GUI
Version History
Detected Version Rev Change Commit
Jan 17, 2024 4:12pm 6.0,22148 0 VERSION_BUMP ba401fc0
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