At last, new language packages are appearing for the C64. This
package is a nice implementation of Pilot. Pilot is a language
developed for computer-assisted learning, and as such is of value
to teachers and educationalists.
This package offers Pilot with a range of extensions for the use
of the C64's sound and other features. Hi-resolution graphics
are not directly available, but low resolution plotting is offered.
Overall the package offers the features of Basic plus a lot more.
A good feature is the editor which includes bi-directional
scrolling and many tool kit commands.
One bizarre aspects is that using two simple commands you can
alternate between Pilot and Basic, each editor supporting its
own language. Hence, if you wish to enter a hybrid Pilot/Basic
program, you must remember to switch to the right editor at the
right time. A little confusing, but works well enough.
Overall, an excellent package giving a flexible and useful
high-level language. This is enhanced by the ability to combine
Pilot/Basic/Machine code. I can highly recommend it.
30th October 1984
