Teach coding with Minecraft Java
Free, no registration needed
Welcome to our free coding server, designed for teaching coding to children and beginners using Minecraft Java edition. Utilizing block coding, we offer a user-friendly experience to establish a robust programming foundation.
Accessible through the latest version of the regular Java Minecraft game (1.21.5), our solution has empowered over 3000 students worldwide to acquire programming skills.
Try it now! Simply add the server “server.visualmodder.org” to your Java Minecraft game and click the button below to access the code editor for creating your own programs.
This site is the entry point for access to the free community server, open for parent-led teaching and homeschooling, excluding unauthorized professional teaching. Teachers are not allowed to sell courses online that use our platform without our permission.
The in-game Minecraft chat is actively monitored to prevent inappropriate language and protect children from any form of abuse.
We published here the free course material that you can use for teaching coding with Minecraft.
Empowering children
For the past 10 years, we’ve put our passion into developing our Java server plugin and sharing it for free. Our mission is simple: help every child discover STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) in a fun and hands-on way.
The amazing feedback we get from children in our classes keeps us motivated. It inspires us to keep improving the plugin and make it easier for teachers and individuals to use.
We love helping independent schools, teachers, and parents start coding programs, from after-school clubs to exciting summer camps. Our platform lets kids start with block coding (perfect for beginners) and move on to Python coding when they are ready for more. This step-by-step approach makes learning fun and keeps students excited to keep going. We also provide guidance and hosting services so you can get started quickly and spend more time teaching, not troubleshooting.
Our coding platform runs on a free Minecraft plugin and offers a simple, flexible alternative to Minecraft Education Edition. It removes many common limitations and pain points, including special registration requirements, limited game versions, restricted language support, complex coding blocks, limited customization options, local-network-only access, and poor scalabilit, giving you a more open and practical way to teach coding with Minecraft.
This is more than a project, it’s our promise to make coding and STEM learning easy, fun, and available to everyone.
Online, on Udemy, you can find two courses using our server:
Course 1: Coding for Kids: Learn to program with Minecraft
Discount with Udemy code: CODERS_SPECIAL_2601
Course 2: Coding for kids: Fun with computer algorithms and Minecraft
Discount with Udemy code: ALG_SPECIAL_2601
(Discounts expire on: 9 Feb. 2026)
Features of the Visualmodder Solution:
No special app installation
You don’t need to install any software. The VisualModder code editor runs directly in your web browser and works with all major browsers.
Our drag-and-drop editor makes coding easy and fun for children, allowing them to create and customize their own Minecraft programs without needing advanced coding skills.
VisualModder uses the standard Minecraft Java Edition, which many students already own. You don’t need to be a school or a certified teacher to use our software.
Full customization
You can tailor your Minecraft world to match your educational goals. Choose from a wide range of mods and plugins to enhance the learning experience and keep students engaged.
Using the Java Edition gives you far more customization options than Minecraft Education Edition.
Simple technology setup
If you prefer to run your own server instead of using our community server, setting up a Minecraft server is straightforward for anyone with basic technical experience.
We provide a short video guide on our website, and because VisualModder uses standard Java Minecraft, you’ll also find plenty of tutorials and documentation online.
Accessible from anywhere
You can host your server with one of many providers around the world, so you don’t need to manage network configuration or security yourself.
This means your students can access the server from anywhere, anytime.
Language support
VisualModder supports 50 languages, including both left-to-right and right-to-left writing systems.
You can view the full list of supported languages here: Visualmodder Supported Spoken Languages
A smooth path to Python coding
Students can gradually move from block-based coding to Python. VisualModder allows blocks and Python code to be mixed in the same editor, making the transition natural and stress-free.
Most students start with blocks and slowly learn Python without having to switch platforms.