CraftOS-PC

CraftOS-PC offers a captivating virtual terminal that enables users to create and execute programs within an ‘80s-style text console environment.

Designed as an emulation of the renowned Minecraft mod "ComputerCraft," CraftOS-PC leverages the Lua programming language to introduce programmable computers to a broader spectrum, extending beyond the confines of Minecraft. This platform allows users to execute the same set of programs on the go, unfettered by location constraints.

One of CraftOS-PC’s strengths lies in its user-friendly set of functions, referred to as APIs, simplifying tasks like displaying text on the screen, file reading, and more. While ideal for beginners owing to its straightforward functions, this platform also caters to seasoned programmers seeking to craft intricate programs with concise code.

For novice users hesitant about creating programs from scratch, CraftOS-PC offers compatibility with numerous existing ComputerCraft applications. Ranging from simple games to comprehensive graphical operating systems, these programs can be conveniently accessed through built-in Pastebin and GitHub Gist clients.

• Full Lua 5.2+ scripting environment and command-line REPL
• 16-color text-based terminal display
• Extensive virtual filesystem for program and data storage
• Built-in shell featuring a desktop shell-like syntax
• APIs facilitating easy access to the terminal, filesystem, Internet, event queue, and beyond
• Pre-installed programs simplifying file management without programming knowledge
• Abundance of instructional documents aiding programmers
• Compatibility with a vast repository of existing ComputerCraft programs
• Performance surpassing that of Minecraft mods and similar emulators by over 3 times
• Support for emulating all peripherals accessible in ComputerCraft
• Simplified configuration access from within CraftOS
• Exclusive graphics mode enabling up to 256-color, pixel-based screen manipulations
• Edit Lua scripts directly from CraftOS or any other code-editing applications
• Open-source nature facilitating easy suggestions and contributions

For comprehensive documentation on the full array of ComputerCraft APIs, visit https://tweaked.cc. Specific details regarding CraftOS-PC's unique APIs are available at https://www.craftos-pc.cc/docs/.

Engage with the CraftOS-PC community by joining https://www.craftos-pc.cc/discord!