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Pd
pd · v0.57-0
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7.0
Visual programming language for multimedia
brew install --cask pd 66
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Trust Score 2/10
✗ Open source +0
✗ Active development +0
✗ Licensed +0
✗ No auto-updates +0
✓ Not deprecated +1
✓ Established (>1yr) +1
✗ Low installs +0
Version History
v0.57-013d ago0.56-5→0.57-0
4mo ago0.56-4→0.56-5
4mo ago0.56-3→0.56-4
4mo ago0.56-2→0.56-3
Review
Mar 11, 2026Pd (pd) is a visual programming language designed for multimedia creation, offering a unique patch-based interface for artists and developers. It enables real-time audio and visual processing, making it ideal for creative professionals and educators.
Pd allows users to create and manipulate multimedia content using a graphical programming environment with patches and objects.
Maturity: Pd is a stable and mature project, widely used in academic and creative communities.
Community: No direct community discussion about Pd was found, but it maintains a niche popularity among artists and developers.
Pros
- + Visual programming interface simplifies complex multimedia tasks
- + Lightweight and efficient for real-time processing
- + Cross-platform support enhancing versatility
Cons
- - Lack of auto-updates may indicate limited ongoing development
- - Steep learning curve for newcomers
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