Invent Your Own Computer Games with Python, 4th Edition

ISBN: 1593277954

Author: Sweigart, Al

Condition: Used

Invent Your Own Computer Games with Python will teach you how to make computer games using the popular Python programming language-even if youve never programmed before!Begin by building classic games like Hangman, Guess the Number, and Tic-Tac-Toe, and then work your way up to more advanced games, like a text-based treasure hunting game and an animated collision-dodging game with sound effects. Along the way, youll learn key programming and math concepts that will help you take your game programming to the next level.Learn how to:-Combine loops, variables, and flow control statements into real working programs-Choose the right data structures for the job, such as lists, dictionaries, and tuples-Add graphics and animation to your games with the pygame module-Handle keyboard and mouse input-Program simple artificial intelligence so you can play against the computer-Use cryptography to convert text messages into secret code-Debug your programs and find common errorsAs you work through each game, youll build a solid foundation in Python and an understanding of computer science fundamentals.What new game will you create with the power of Python?The projects in this book are compatible with Python 3.