New py5 Release: 0.10.9a1

Bug Fixes and Small Improvements

I did a small py5 release while on vacation in New Zealand. There are two changes:

• Version 0.10.8a4 would issue a warning if you tried to use py5 without JavaFX jars available on the classpath.

• Fixed a type error with random_gaussian()

The first change prompted the release because I was upset with myself about doing a release with a stupid coding error. Perhaps I rushed things a little too much before going on vacation. I do regret the mistake.

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What's Ahead

I'm still on vacation to New Zealand for much of January. I'll be back soon.

Happy coding!