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Project overview

In this project, you’ll become a Python developer and create “Word Raider,” an engaging word-guessing game. Using skills from the Introduction to Python Programming for Web Development course, you’ll apply print statements, variable management, lists, loops, conditional statements, and file reading to develop the game from the ground up.

This hands-on project allows you to consolidate your Python knowledge by integrating fundamental programming concepts into a single application. You’ll build out the game logic step-by-step, from setting up the word bank to validating user input and providing feedback on their guesses. Completing this project will enhance your coding skills and add an interactive, practical project to your portfolio.

Objective: Use essential Python skills to build a fully functional word-guessing game, showcasing your ability to combine different programming techniques to create an engaging user experience.

Key skill required

To complete this project, it's recommended to build these foundational skills in Python

  • Working with Python variables and data types like strings, integers, and lists
  • Using Python control flow statements to implement program logic
  • Reading data from a text file into a Python program
  • Gathering and validating user input in Python

Projects steps

Step 1: Building an Interactive Game

Step 2: Creating the Word Bank

Step 3: Reading in the Word Bank File

Step 4: Variables to Track Game State

Step 5: Receiving and Validating Input

Step 6: Validate the Guessed Word

Step 7: Standardize the Word Bank and Guessed Word

Step 8: Compare the Guessed Word

Step 9: Keeping the Game State Current

Step 10: Checking for a Win or Loss

Step 11: Next Steps

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