The Commodore 64 Programming Language that Doesn't Exist | MicroText

In 1987 aged 14 I was asked to critique a brand new pre-release programming language for the C64 called MicroText... then I never heard of it again. Let's explore in this experimental one-off video format! Thanks to http://PCBWay.com - great PCBs from $5! Want double the ЯR content and a backstage experience? 👾 Check out Retro Recipes PowerUp! 🚀 https://patreon.com/perifractic 📼 Dive into bonus videos, get an early start on main vids, jam out to ЯR music, see your name in lights & more! ✨ By supporting the heart and soul of ЯR you help us keep the channel & nostalgia alive 🙌

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0:00 Intro & Context
3:12 My 1987 Review
6:32 Where is it? Research!
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10:33 A new lead!
11:26 Conclusion & End Credits

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