The following video is an informative overview of the history of the BASIC programming language, which was the most popular programming language of the 1980’s. Some of the positive aspects of the BASIC programming language that the video mentions are:-
Ease of Learning: BASIC was designed to be simple and easy to understand, even for people with no prior programming experience. The syntax was clear and concise and there were relatively few keywords to memorize.
Versatility: BASIC could be used for a wide variety of purposes, from writing simple games and programs to creating educational tools and even business applications.
Accessibility: BASIC was available on a wide range of home computers in the 1980's, which made it accessible to a large number of people. This helped to democratize computing and make it more accessible to the general public. BASIC was often built right into the home computers of the time.
Community: There was a large and active community of BASIC programmers in the 1980's. This community shared code, tips and tricks and helped to support and encourage each other. This sense of community made learning and using BASIC more enjoyable and rewarding.
Educational: BASIC was often used in schools to teach students about programming and computers. This helped to introduce young people to the world of technology and prepare them for the future. Learning BASIC could help develop problem-solving skills, logical thinking and creativity.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=seM9SqTsRG4
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