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The Scratch

Scratch is a visual programming platform designed to help people create digital projects such as animations, games, and interactive stories. It uses a drag-and-drop interface with colorful code blocks, making programming accessible without needing to write traditional code. Users can combine these blocks to control characters, sounds, and graphics, fostering creativity and problem-solving. Developed by MIT, Scratch is widely used for education and by hobbyists to learn programming concepts in an engaging and intuitive way. It emphasizes experimentation and collaboration, enabling users to share and remix projects easily.