| Developer(s) | Ram Rachum |
|---|---|
| Initial release | August 1st, 2009 |
| Written in | Python |
| Operating system | Installer currently only for Windows |
| Type | Educational |
| License | MIT License |
| Website | pythonturtle.com |
PythonTurtle is an educational environment for learning the programming language Python. It is modeled after a similar application for learning the didactic Logo programming language that was popular as an educational tool in the 1990s, with the difference being that PythonTurtle teaches Python, which is a popular production language nowadays.
When using PythonTurtle, a student commands an interactive Python shell (similar to the IDLE development environment) and uses Python functions to move a turtle displayed on the screen. An illustrated help screen introduces the student to the basics of Python programming while demonstrating how to move the turtle.