Snap!
| Version | 3(as of 10/16/2014) |
| Platforms | Windows, Mac, Linux |
| License | Open Source |
| Category | Educational |
Main Features
- Easy to learn programming language
- Visual drag and drop interface
- Multiple commands and functions
- Conversion of programs to other languages
Software Overview
Snap! is an educational drag-and-drop graphical programming language used to teach computer science to a wide range of ages. It was originally called Build Your Own Blocks (BYOB) and was inspired by Scratch, a similar program. Unlike BYOB, Snap! runs out of a web browser.
Instead of requiring you to write code for programs, Snap! provides a visual interface. You can create graphical elements called sprites and then program them to have different behaviors. To program your sprites all you have to do is drag blocks containing commands from a script tab and drop them on the target sprite. Commands include controlling motion, sounds, and appearance, as well as events, variables, and logical statements.
If you are interested in learning more about the concepts of computer programming or teaching these principles to others, Snap! is a great choice. It is especially useful for people who might find jumping right into code intimidating.
Primary File Type
.YPRBYOB Project File
Supported File Types
| Extension | File Type |
|---|---|
| .YPR | BYOB Project File |
| .JAR | Java Archive |
| .SB | Scratch Project File |
| .SB2 | Scratch 2.0 Project File |
| .SCRATCH | Scratch 0.x Project |
| .SPRITE | Scratch Sprite File |
| .SPRITE2 | Scratch 2.0 Sprite File |
| .YSP | BYOB Sprite File |