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Metronome App (Python Challenge)

Administrator — Sun, 30 Nov 2025 16:05:32 +0000

With this Python challenge, we will create a metronome app to help musicians keep the right tempo when practising their favourite tunes. By the end of this project, we will have a program that takes user input for the BPM…

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The Skyscraper Smart Lift Algorithm

Administrator — Thu, 20 Nov 2025 20:25:16 +0000

Imagine you are the lead developer for a cutting-edge, luxurious hotel housed in a 101-floor skyscraper. The hotel’s main lift needs a smart algorithm to efficiently transport guests to their rooms. Each floor has seven rooms, and the numbering starts…

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Kaprekar’s Constant – Python Challenge

Administrator — Tue, 04 Nov 2025 16:37:32 +0000

In this challenge, we’re going to explore a fascinating mathematical curiosity known as Kaprekar’s Constant, and then write a Python program to demonstrate how it works. Kaprekar’s constant, number 6174 has an odd particularity: If you rearrange its four digits…

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The Recamán’s Sequence (Recursive Algorithm)

Administrator — Wed, 22 Oct 2025 14:19:08 +0000

The Recamán’s Sequence is a well-known recursive sequence used in Mathematics and Computer Science. It can easily be implemented using a recursive function. Recamán’s sequence a0, a1, a2, … is defined as: The first terms of the sequence are: 0,…

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Flood-Fill Algorithm

Administrator — Wed, 15 Oct 2025 11:58:15 +0000

The aim of this challenge is to demonstrate the use of a recursive algorithm used in most Graphic Editing Software when you use the fill tool to quickly and automatically fill a selected area with a solid colour. To demonstrate…

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Random Alphabet Challenge

Administrator — Sun, 12 Oct 2025 17:46:09 +0000

Welcome to the Random Alphabet Challenge! This set of three Python programming challenges is designed to test your problem-solving skills, creativity, and ability to manipulate strings and data structures. But first let’s see if you can solve the following puzzle:…

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Storage Technologies – Tic-Tac-Toe (Python Challenge)

Administrator — Wed, 08 Oct 2025 12:35:53 +0000

For this challenge, we are putting a tech twist on the classic Tic-Tac-Toe game. Instead of Xs and Os, you will be working with a 3×3 grid filled with various computer storage devices. Your task is to write a Python…

Lesson Finder (Python Challenge)

Administrator — Mon, 06 Oct 2025 14:31:58 +0000

In this project, you’ll design a Python program that stores your school timetable (e.g. 5 lessons per day, Monday to Friday) and allows you to quickly find out what lesson you have on any given day and period. Simply enter…

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Programming Languages Classification (Python Challenge)

Administrator — Thu, 02 Oct 2025 13:44:28 +0000

Choosing the right programming language can feel overwhelming, especially for beginners. Should you learn Python, JavaScript, Swift, or something else? The answer depends on what you want to build! That’s why we are launching a fun and practical Python challenge:…

Uno Bank – Card Game (using Python)

Administrator — Wed, 01 Oct 2025 18:35:37 +0000

Are you ready to test your luck and strategy with a Python twist on the classic Uno card game? In Uno Bank, you’ll start with $10 in your virtual bank and 10 card draws. Your goal? Maximize your bank balance…

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