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Building the Classic Snake Game with Python

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Overview

Learn how to integrate and deepen your existing knowledge of Python by programming a Snake game.

Syllabus

Introduction

Take your Python skills to the next level
What you should know

1. Introduction to Python Turtle Graphics

Meet turtle graphics
Working with the repository for this course
A starter template for turtle graphics programs
Animation with Python turtle graphics
Global variables
Drawing with stamps

2. The Snake Game

Snake representation and movement
Basic snake movement program
Controlling the snake's direction
The game loop
Snake food
Keeping score
Game reset

3. Finishing Touches

Avoiding repetition by using Lambda expressions
Personalizing your game
Adding graphics to the snake game
Adding the snake head to the game
Adding a high-score feature

Conclusion

Integrating material covered

Taught by

Robin Andrews

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