App Lab
Create an app with Javascript
App Lab is a programming environment where you can make simple apps right in the browser. Design an app, code in JavaScript with either blocks or text, then share your app in seconds.
App Lab at a glance
Ages: 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18
Level: Beginner
What you can make: Simple Javascript apps
Devices: Laptop, Chromebook, Tablet
Browsers: All modern browsers
Accessibility: Text to Speech, Closed captioning, Immersive reader
Languages supported: English
Extensive documentation detailing specific functionality and use is available for App Lab.
See what you can make in App Lab!
Explore some project guides for App Lab to get started with building apps using Javascript!
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Build your own app in App Lab
Create your first project from scratch in App Lab.
App Lab in our curriculum
Looking for a step by step intro to making apps? Our curriculum teaches you everything you need to get started with App Lab.
Grades 8-12
Intro to App Lab
Create your own app in JavaScript using block based programming. Or take your skills to the next level with text-based programming. (English Only)
Grades 6-10
Computer Science Discoveries
An introductory course that empowers students to engage with computer science as a medium for creativity, communication, problem solving, and fun.
Grades 9-12
Computer Science Principles
Free year-long curriculum that introduces students to the foundational concepts of computer science and challenges them to explore how computing and technology can impact the world. Can be taught as an introductory class and as an AP course.
Grades 9-12
Self-Paced Introduction to Turtle Programming in App Lab
Unlock the ability to make rich, interactive apps with JavaScript in the App Lab!
Grades 9-12
Event-Driven Programming in App Lab
Go at your own pace with this introduction to the App Lab programming environment, in which students use JavaScript to create interactive apps.
Videos to help you get started with App Lab
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