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Dev tools · August 16, 2016

Mimo

From idea to app–in an Instance (iOS, Android & Web)

Mimo launched on August 16, 2016 with 520 votes, #10 of 3,856 launches that month and more than 99% of that year's launches. The site was still online in September 2026, 10 years on.

Visit mimo.org ↗Mimo alternativestop 1% of August 2016

In plain words

Mimo is an iOS app that teaches coding directly on iPhones. It targets people interested in learning programming fundamentals and development skills on mobile devices. The app covers various coding topics and offers interactive lessons designed for on-the-go learning, making it suitable for beginners and those seeking to develop technical skills without requiring a desktop computer.

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From the sources

Instance is an AI-powered app builder for iOS, Android, and the web that lets you create apps, games, and websites by describing them in plain English. If coding has ever slowed you down, Instance will help you bring your ideas to life.

Learn to code at your own pace. Start for free with our comprehensive courses in Python, JavaScript, HTML, CSS and more. Build practical, real-world skills.

Apply your skills by building real projects from scratch. Combine what you've learned, write code, and see how everything fits together in practice. Master back-end development with JavaScript, Node.js, SQL, and APIs to build scalable applications Take a quick quiz to find what fits your goals. It only takes a few minutes. " I had been using Mimo on and off, but the latest update is packed with awesome content and exercises to help solidify what we learn. " " This is a great app. I am able to learn a lot about coding, and progress quickly. I recommend this app to all beginners and those who want to learn. " " I've used all the versions, from free to Max, and Mimo has helped me a lot in…from mimo.org

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