Hey guys,
I teach ICT and Computer Science, and every year I watch my students lose easy marks on Paper 2 because of "Syntax Soup" (mixing Python with standard pseudocode) or messing up trace tables on paper. It's incredibly frustrating to learn logic when you can't actually run your code to see if it works.
I originally built this tool for my own offline classes, but I've decided to open it up for free for anyone revising for their IGCSE (0478) and O-Level (2210) exams.
It’s called PseudoStudio. It’s a cloud-based IDE and compiler that strictly enforces Cambridge syllabus syntax rules.
Here are a few things it does:
- Two Free Editor Modes: It features a "Pro Mode" (a modern IDE with a live linter that flags invalid syntax, like using
==instead of=) and a "Learner Mode" (which strips away all autocomplete and help to simulate the actual paper exam). Just to be clear, "Pro" doesn't mean paid—the entire tool is 100% free. - Full Syllabus Compilation: You can actually execute loops, 1D/2D arrays, and Functions/Procedures (including BYVAL/BYREF) and see the output in the terminal.
- Cloud Saving: If you create a free account, you can save your algorithms securely to your dashboard and access your revision projects from any device.
- Deep-Dive Guides: I’ve also written up an official tutorial hub with cheat sheets and guides on the specific syntax structures examiners look for.
You don't need to pay a dime to use the compiler. I just want to see if this actually helps you guys with your revision. Let me know if you run into any bugs or if there are specific syllabus features you want me to add next!
Explore the IDE : https://pseudo-studio.in/ide