Innovation First, Inc.

Timothy S Friez

Robert H Mimlitch, Iii

Paul David Copioli

Jason R McKenna

James B Pearman

Levi K Pope

Jason R Mckenna

Iii Robert H Mimlitch

A mixed mode programming method permitting users to program with graphical coding blocks and textual code within the same programming tool. The mixed mode preserves the advantages of graphical block programming while introducing textual coding as needed for instructional reasons and/or for functional reasons. Converting a graphical code block or group of blocks to a textual block lets the user see a portion of the textual code in the context of a larger program. Within one programming tool the mixed mode method allows users to learn programming and build purely graphical blocks; then transition into mixed graphical and textual code and ultimately lead to their ability to program in purely textual code. The mixed mode further allows users to program using any combination of drag-and-drop graphical blocks and typed textual code in various forms.

Mixed mode programming

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Pittsburgh, PA, United States of America

Timothy S Friez