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Decker is superficially similar to HyperCard because it's primarily 1-bit, but it's different enough to require a totally new learning curve. It's quite difficu
by msephton 2y ago
Decker is superficially similar to HyperCard because it's primarily 1-bit, but it's different enough to require a totally new learning curve. It's quite difficult to use, requires learning "Lil" a new and unique language, and is missing many HyperCard/MacPaint affordances you might be looking for if you're expecting HyperCard.
The upshot is that HyperCard artists can't switch and continue to use HyperCard in a browser thanks to Infinite Mac.
So close, yet so far.
Similar, but different.
- gcanyon 2y agoIf the language is the most important thing for you, https://livecode.com/ https://livecode.com/ has a very HyperTalk-like language and runs on modern hardware.
- rapnie 2y ago"Sign up for your demo" .. missed opportunity.
- msephton 2y agoThey've done that for years, as well as some very dark patterns, and perplexing dishonest marketing. I tend to avoid them.
- msephton 2y agoIt's not. There's isn't a single most important thing. HyperCard was an almost perfect blend of many things. That's why it's easy to spot when they're missing, like some omissions or differences in Decker.
- hyperhello 2y agoIt's not everything it was, but HyperCard in a browser is available at https://hypercardsimulator.com https://hypercardsimulator.com
- msephton 2y agoWith a browser I can use the original HyperCard via Infinite Mac website. I mention this in my comment. It's insanely great.