What's the Best Python Project to Start With?

In this week’s newsletter, we will cover one of the most popular Python projects for first-timers. We’ll also see some of the latest job openings and hear about a flash sale.

This Week’s Resources

• Python projects for all skill levels

• Flash Sale at DataCamp

• New JavaScript projects (with compiler)

• Data Science certifications to help you get hired

Your Favorite Python Project

Before we share our most popular project for beginners, we want to hear your favorites. If you’re already building projects with Python, what’s your favorite?

We will display the results based on your selection.

Or, if you’re just getting started, read on for our favorite beginner project (and this week’s job opportunities).

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The Best Python Project for an Absolute Beginner

If you’re already a Pythonista, this should look pretty familiar. It’s where many of us start when we’re learning to code.

For those looking to get started, I have a full portfolio of Python projects. These include simple projects that many people use to get started and some much more complex projects for more advanced programmers.

Here’s the code for the number-guessing game:

'''
Number Guessing Game
-------------------------------------------------------------
'''

import random


def show_score(attempts_list):
    if not attempts_list:
        print('There is currently no best score,'
              ' it\'s yours for the taking!')

    else:
        print(f'The current best score is'
              f' {min(attempts_list)} attempts')


def start_game():
    attempts = 0
    rand_num = random.randint(1, 10)
    attempts_list = []

    print('Hello traveler! Welcome to the game of guesses!')
    player_name = input('What is your name? ')
    wanna_play = input(
        f'Hi, {player_name}, would you like to play '
        f'the guessing game? (Enter Yes/No): ')

    if wanna_play.lower() != 'yes':
        print('That\'s cool, Thanks!')
        exit()
    else:
        show_score(attempts_list)

    while wanna_play.lower() == 'yes':
        try:
            guess = int(input('Pick a number between 1 and 10: '))
            if guess < 1 or guess > 10:
                raise ValueError(
                    'Please guess a number within the given range')

            attempts += 1

            if guess == rand_num:
                attempts_list.append(attempts)
                print('Nice! You got it!')
                print(f'It took you {attempts} attempts')
                wanna_play = input(
                    'Would you like to play again? (Enter Yes/No): ')
                if wanna_play.lower() != 'yes':
                    print('That\'s cool, have a good one!')
                    break
                else:
                    attempts = 0
                    rand_num = random.randint(1, 10)
                    show_score(attempts_list)
                    continue
            else:
                if guess > rand_num:
                    print('It\'s lower')
                elif guess < rand_num:
                    print('It\'s higher')

        except ValueError as err:
            print('Oh no!, that is not a valid value. Try again...')
            print(err)


if __name__ == '__main__':
    start_game()

This Week’s Jobs

Here are a few specific job opportunities you might be interested in.

• DevOps/Cloud Engineer in Dublin, OH - Hybrid Work

• Senior Software Engineer in Atlanta, GA

• Senior Full-Stack Digital Marketing & Ecommerce Website Developer in Ann Arbor, MI

• Senior Software Developer in Palm Beach Gardens, FL

• Staff Software Engineer in Pleasanton, CA

• Senior Software Engineer in Auburn Hills, MI

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