Greenfoot

Learn Java or stride through 2D graphical applications

Functionality

Greenfoot (made by University of Kent) is a useful software application to aid in the learning of Java or Stride for programmers at an Undergraduate level. The premise of Greenfoot is to motivate new programmers by allowing them to develop 2D graphical applications such as simulations and interactive games. It is a highly efficient learning tool that allows users to create visualisations of their text-based code. The application provides an interactive environment that encourages users to explore and experiment. Greenfoot also provide text and video tutorials on their webpage to help users understand how to use its features. 

Tips for using this tool at Kent

  • Used to help ease new programmers into writing text-based code
  • Useful tool to get to grips with using Java and can be beneficial to Computer Science students or anyone who would like to learn a new programming language.
  • If you have a Kent PC and are in the School of Computing, the software can be found on your device at C:Programme Files (x86) folder

Help & how to get started

Cost

Free

Terms of use, copyright and licensing

Freeware - available to all

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