QB64
A modern extended BASIC+OpenGL language with QB4.5/QBasic compatibility that compiles native binaries for Windows, Linux, and macOS.
What is QB64?
QB64 is a modern extended BASIC programming language that maintains full compatibility with the classic QB4.5/QBasic environment. It compiles programs into native binaries for Windows, Linux, and macOS, and integrates OpenGL for modern graphics capabilities. The project solves the problem of running and extending legacy BASIC code on contemporary operating systems while providing a familiar development experience.
Developers maintaining or modernizing legacy QB4.5/QBasic programs, educators teaching programming fundamentals with BASIC, and hobbyists interested in retro-computing or simple cross-platform application development.
Developers choose QB64 because it offers seamless backward compatibility with a vast existing codebase while adding modern features like OpenGL and native compilation. Its integrated IDE and straightforward syntax lower the barrier to entry compared to more complex languages.
Overview
BASIC for the modern era.
Use Cases
Best For
- Running and modernizing legacy QB4.5/QBasic programs on current operating systems
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