# Processing

> Processing is a Make & Ship tool with open source pricing. Print installation classic parent of p5.js. Best for desktop generative art teaching.

Canonical: https://www.isthereanytool.app/tool/processing

- URL: https://www.isthereanytool.app/tool/processing
- Vendor: https://processing.org/
- Pricing: Open Source
- Platforms: Desktop IDE
- Category: [Make & Ship](https://www.isthereanytool.app/category/make-and-ship)

Java creative coding environment Processing 4

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## Alternatives page

[See alternatives to Processing](https://www.isthereanytool.app/alternatives/processing)