Scratch is like LEGO for coders - you build programs by dragging and dropping colorful blocks instead of typing cryptic text. Developed by MIT’s Lifelong Kindergarten Group, it is primarily aimed at children aged 8-16 but is just as enjoyable for adults who want to learn programming basics playfully.

With Scratch, you can create everything from simple animations to interactive games and stories. It’s not only a language but also a global community where you can share your projects, get feedback, and be inspired by others. For younger children there is ScratchJr, a simplified version for ages 5-7.

So if you want to take your first steps into coding without stumbling over semicolons and parentheses - give Scratch a try. It’s free, web-based, and most of all: a lot of fun!