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Progate gives beginners a structured path into programming through illustrated slides, browser coding, and project-based lessons. Its catalog spans web languages, scripting, databases, command-line work, Git, and related tools, with automated feedback, computer-science topics, and mobile apps. Learners can start free with introductory lessons, then choose Plus access to all lessons through monthly or prepaid plans. The service runs on Android, iOS, Windows, macOS, and the web.
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Hopscotch
Free plan AndroidiPhoneMac+2Children making games, animations, art, and stories — Hopscotch focuses on kid-friendly visual creation, community remixing, and tutorials rather than Progate’s multi-language coding paths.
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MIT App Inventor
Free plan Open source AndroidAPIExtension+6Building and testing mobile apps with blocks — MIT App Inventor creates installable mobile apps with block programming and live device testing, unlike Progate’s lesson-focused coding service.
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CodeHS
Free plan AndroidiPhoneWebK–12 schools needing curriculum and class oversight — CodeHS combines standards-aligned courses with autograders, grading, progress visibility, and a browser IDE supporting 10+ languages.
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ScratchJr
Free plan AndroidiPhoneMac+1Children ages 5–7 learning through simple projects — ScratchJr introduces programming with graphical blocks, voice, photos, and character editing for very young children.
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Alice
Free plan LinuxMacWindowsLearning programming through 3D animation and narratives — Alice teaches computational and object-oriented fundamentals through block-based 3D animations, interactive narratives, and simple games.
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Codecademy
Free plan AndroidiPhoneWebSelf-paced technical learning with AI and career tools — Codecademy adds guided paths across AI, data, cybersecurity, and coding, plus an AI assistant and Pro career-preparation tools.
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CodeAI (formerly Code.org)
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Code Avengers
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CodeCombat
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Codewars
Free plan APIWeb - 12
freeCodeCamp
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Kodable
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CodeDam
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Code for Life
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CodeLab
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Mimo
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Edabit
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Educative
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Kodu Game Lab
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NetsBlox
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Programming Hub
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Frontend Mentor
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InterviewBit
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Pocket Code
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Scrimba
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Tynker
Free plan AndroidiPhoneWeb
An alternative may fit better when Progate’s direction or access does not match your needs. Progate’s English web service and English mobile interface are scheduled to end on September 30, 2026, and its browser guidance targets current browsers on Windows 10 or later and macOS. Compare whether you need child-focused creative projects, block-based app or animation building, classroom administration, broader technical subjects, offline work, community sharing, or a different device mix. Price structure also matters: some choices are fully free, while others reserve teaching tools or extra content for paid plans.