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py5 is a new version of Processing for Python 3.9+ that integrates seamlessly with the Python ecosystem. It supports popular Python libraries like numpy, matplotlib, and Pillow, and is ideal for educators teaching creative coding. The documentation offers tutorials, example code, and various usage modes such as module, class, and static modes. Installation is simple using pip if Java 17 is installed. The library, actively developed by Jim Schmitz, fosters a strong connection between Python and Java environments.

Welcome to py5! — py5 documentation

<p>Please work on actually saying what py5 is. Don’t say “it’s like Processing” because I don’t use Java, and the GitHub for Processing doesn’t explain what it does either.</p>


<p>I was in the same boat, not knowing what Processing was, but after diving into py5, I realized it’s essentially a powerful library that lets you create interactive graphics and animations using Python, which has been a game-changer for my creative coding projects 🎨💻.</p>
