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+> [!IMPORTANT]
+> Processing Foundation is excited to announce our open call for the [Processing Project Lead position](https://processingfoundation.org/employment/processing-project-lead)! This fully remote, full-time role starts on July 15, 2025. For full consideration, please submit your application by **May 15, 2025 11:59 EST**. [Apply here!](https://docs.google.com/forms/u/1/d/e/1FAIpQLSeBGWD87Yg1Prbc34c2fmwgY71rSCL4LJVO2GaF9I2eLCi83g/viewform?usp=send_form)
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 <img alt="Processing Logo" src="https://processing.org/favicon.svg" width="250">
 
 Processing is a flexible software sketchbook and a programming language designed for learning how to code.