What is Pure Data?

Pure Data (PD) is an open source visual/graphical programming language software/environment used for computer music and multimedia works such as audio and video.

Operating Systems

Pure Data is offered on many different types of operating systems: Windows, Mac, GNU/Linux.

Pure Data Creator

Pure Data was created by Miller Puckette

What is Pure Data used for?

Specifically designed for creating music, video, and other multimedia projects.

Why is Pure Data a good software?

It is a good software because it is open source, which means that it is free to use and supported by a large and active community. There are many online tutorials available out there (mixed aim towards advanced, intermediate, brand-new users, and even non-programmers). You just got to search and watch the videos or read books and begin your journey into the computer music world.

What do you mean by visual/graphical programming language?

Manipulating data graphically rather than textually. It is a data flow between objects. Between objects there is a connection: acts as wires or cords to connect the data flow together. Note: This will make sense in future tutorials because you’ll have visuals to look at :D.