pocket BASIC – Simple Coding
Leonardo Del Nonno Education iPhoneiPadiPod touchMac
pocket BASIC – Simple Coding is a free Education app for iPhone and iPad by Leonardo Del Nonno. Requires iOS 15.6. Updated September 1, 2026.
- Price
- Free
- on the App Store
- Size
- 2 MB
- Age 4+
- Updated
- Sep 1
- 2026 · v3.6
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About pocket BASIC – Simple Coding
Pocket BASIC brings back the simplicity and charm of classic BASIC, reimagined for modern iOS and macOS devices. Write code, perform calculations, and visualize functions instantly — all in one lightweight environment. Why Pocket BASIC? - Instant coding - Write and run BASIC programs in seconds — no compilation, no friction. - Clean and focused interface - Designed for clarity, with an integrated editor, console, and tools. - Perfect for learning and experimenting - Great for understanding programming fundamentals or building small utilities. - Works offline. No internet connection required. Your programs stay on your device. Features - Full BASIC interpreter inspired by classic systems - Built-in editor with immediate execution - Console, calculator, and simple graphics modes - Powerful scientific calculator for quick calculations and everyday use - Function graphing with interactive visualization - Import/export programs easily - QR code support for sharing code - Integration with iOS Shortcuts (run scripts directly) - Lightweight and fast Who is it for? - Beginners learning programming - Developers who love retro computing - Students - Anyone who wants quick, practical scripts on their device A modern take on a classic Pocket BASIC is not just nostalgia — it’s a practical tool for today. From simple calculations to small utilities, it’s like having a tiny programmable assistant in your pocket.
What’s new
Version 3.6 · Updated September 1, 2026
Pocket BASIC 3.6 brings greater precision, new math functions, and sound improvements. • New floating-point number handling, providing better decimal precision in programs and LIST output. • New inverse trigonometric functions: ASN(), ACS(), and ATN(). • New musical note constants from A2 to G7, making it easier to create melodies with the M command. • Improved stability of the M command and audio engine, especially when audio devices change. • Improved floating-point handling across expressions and graphics functions. As always, several smaller improvements and fixes make Pocket BASIC more stable and reliable.
App privacy
The developer, Leonardo Del Nonno, reported these privacy practices to Apple.
Data Not Collected
The developer does not collect any data from this app.
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