Hybrid Java: The creation of a Hybrid Programming Environment

This article details the creation of a hybrid computer programming environment combining power text-based Java language with visual features Snap! language. It has been well documented that there exists gap in education computing students their mid-to-late teenage years, where perhaps languages are no longer suitable and textual may involve too steep learning curve. There is an increasing need for environments combine benefits both into one.
 which employs “blocks” to allow users build programs, similar functionality offered by Scratch. One added benefit it offers ability create one’s own blocks extend those more complex powerful programs. will be utilised Hybrid environment. The development this tool detailed article, along motivation use cases it.
 Initial testing conducted discussed including one phase gathered feedback from pool 174 first year Computer Science students. These participants were given instructions work evaluate experience using it. analysis findings future improvements also presented.