Build Your First Game with Python in 1 Hour
In this short and intensive course, you will embark on an exciting journey to build your very first game using Python in just one hour. No prior programming experience is required as we will guide you step-by-step through the process of creating a simple yet engaging game.
You will start by understanding the basics of game development concepts and Python programming language. We will introduce you to the Pygame library, a powerful tool for creating games in Python, and teach you how to set up your development environment.
Throughout the course, you will learn how to design and implement key game elements such as player movement, game objects, collision detection, and scoring system. You will also discover how to add sound effects and visual enhancements to make your game more immersive and entertaining.
By the end of the course, you will have a fully functional game that you can play and share with others. You will have gained valuable hands-on experience in game development and a solid foundation in Python programming.
This course is perfect for beginners who are eager to dive into the world of game development and want to see quick results. Whether you're interested in creating your own games or simply want to explore the possibilities of Python programming, this course will provide you with the skills and confidence to start building your first game in just one hour. Get ready to unleash your creativity and let the game development adventure begin!
Your Instructor
Alexandra Kropf is Mammoth Interactive's CLO and a software developer with extensive experience in full-stack web development, app development and game development. She has helped produce courses for Mammoth Interactive since 2016, including the Coding Interview series in Java, JavaScript, C++, C#, Python and Swift.
Mammoth Interactive is a leading online course provider in everything from learning to code to becoming a YouTube star. Mammoth Interactive courses have been featured on Harvardโs edX, Business Insider and more.
Over 12 years, Mammoth Interactive has built a global student community with 4 million courses sold. Mammoth Interactive has released over 350 courses and 3,500 hours of video content.
Founder and CEO John Bura has been programming since 1997 and teaching
since 2002. John has created top-selling applications for iOS, Xbox and
more. John also runs SaaS company Devonian Apps, building
efficiency-minded software for technology workers like you.
Course Curriculum
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Start00 What Is Python (4:48)
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Start01 Start A Round With A Hidden Word (10:02)
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Start02 Get User Input (6:05)
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Start03 Handle An Incorrect Letter (7:32)
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Start04 Handle A Correct Letter (7:34)
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Start05 Handle A Word Guess (5:43)
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Start06 Restart Game (6:33)
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Start07 Load A Random Word (6:16)
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Start08 Check Already Guessed Letters Or Words (7:38)
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StartSource Files