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Concept of Program and Programming

A computer program is a collection of instructions that performs a specifi c task when

executed by a computer. The program is written in English language which is converted
in machine language by a language processor and vice versa. A computer program is
usually written by a computer programmer
in a programming language. Learn More

Computer programming is the process A program is a step-by-step instructions
of designing and building an executable given to a computer.
computer program for producing the The source code of a program is written
desired output. in one or more programming languages.

Introduction to Scratch

Scratch is a free visual programming language which help us to create animations,
games, music and interactive stories.

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With Scratch, you can program your own interactive
stories, games and animations. You can also share your
creations with others on the web.

It is developed by the Lifelong Kindergarten group at the MIT Media Lab. It is designed
to help children (ages 8 and above) learn to utilise their imaginations, practice common
sense and most importantly, interact with computers.

Starting Scratch

Follow these steps to start Scratch. Think and Discuss
1. Click on the Start button Is Scratch used by disc jockeys
2. Click on All Apps. for music mixing?

3. Click on Scratch. Scratch window will appear.
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