Code the Beat
Make Music, Learn how to Code
Free
Create music while learning to code!
Code the Beat teaches Swift through sound, interaction, and fun-guided by BeatBot in a creative, hands-on journey.
Code the Beat is a unique and immersive experience where learning to code becomes an adventure through music. Guided by the animated character BeatBot, players dive into the world of programming while creating their own musical compositions using real Swift code.
Learn Swift, One Beat at a Time
Each level introduces a fundamental coding concept in an interactive and creative way. Whether you’re new to coding or want to experience it in a fresh format, Code the Beat makes learning engaging and intuitive.
• Variables:
Start your journey by playing notes on a virtual piano. As you play, you’ll see how variables can store musical values—bridging sound and code in real time.
• Functions:
Use a DJ pad to trigger chords and learn how functions group together instructions to create reusable code blocks—just like combining notes to form a chord.
• Arrays:
Drag and drop chords to create your own musical sequence, understanding how arrays store and manage collections of values.
• Loops:
Turn your chord sequence into a loop to discover how iteration works. Watch your music repeat endlessly while learning the basics of for and while loops.
• Conditionals:
Add drum sounds at specific beats and learn how conditions like if, &&, and || control logic in programming, affecting how and when code executes.
A Retro, Accessible Visual Experience
The game is styled in nostalgic pixel art, designed entirely using Aseprite. Each visual element, from the animated BeatBot to floating musical notes, is carefully crafted to make learning fun. Users can also enable OpenDyslexic font in the main menu, ensuring an inclusive experience for those with dyslexia or who prefer an alternative to the pixel font.
Interactive Sound & Animation
Code the Beat features responsive audio and animations throughout the app. Touch piano keys, trigger chords, and watch your code come alive through visual feedback and electric piano sounds—all recorded by the developer.
For Learners of All Ages
Whether you’re a curious student, a creative coder, or someone looking to combine music and logic in a new way, Code the Beat is designed for you. It’s not just a game—it’s a playful introduction to the world of software development through a universal language: music.
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Information
- Provider
- Thiago Dias
- Size
- 12.1 MB
- Category
- Education
- Compatibility
Requires iOS 17.5 or later.
- iPhone
Requires iOS 17.5 or later. - iPad
Requires iPadOS 17.5 or later. - Mac
Requires macOS 14.5 or later. - Apple Vision
Requires visionOS 1.2 or later.
- Languages
- English
- Age Rating
4+
- 4+
- Copyright
- © Thiago Parisotto Dias