There was a time when anyone could try programming, thanks to the ubiquity of Basic. But Basic's a nonstarter these days, so what will entice a new generation?

The BASIC programming language turns 60 Easy-to-use language that drove Apple, TRS-80, IBM, and Commodore PCs debuted in 1964.

Once upon a time, knowing how to use a computer was virtually synonymous with knowing how to program one. And the thing that made it possible was a programming language called BASIC.

This is why I’ve long argued that BASIC is the most consequential language in the history of computing. It’s a language for noobs, sure, but back then most everyone was a noob.

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Kemeny, the co-creator of the programming language BASIC, believed it was essential for his students to “be acquainted with the potential and limitations of high-speed computers.” ...

Students from other fields such as Mathematics or Economics also receive basic programming instruction, recognising its applicability across various domains.