Post #1 Exploring Programming Through Scratch

 Working with Scratch gave me a hands-on introduction to programming logic without the pressure of writing complex syntax. Using the drag-and-drop blocks, I was able to design a program that combines motion, sound, user interaction, and control flow.

Below is a screenshot of my scratch project

In this project:

• The sprite moves when clicked, changes color, and plays sounds.
• It asks for the user’s name, responds with a greeting, and reacts to the spacebar.
• I used loops, events, variables, and motion commands to meet the 30-block requirement.

What I learned:

• Scratch helped me understand sequencing and logic.
• I got comfortable thinking like a programmer — breaking tasks into steps and using triggers and loops.

Comparison with Other Languages.

• Machine Language = hard to understand (just binary)
• Assembly = low-level and hardware-specific
• High-level (like Python) = easier, more common in careers

Scratch was the easiest to start with, but Python is the most used and effective for real-world tasks.