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Pygame Animations using a Spritesheet

Administrator — Fri, 24 Apr 2026 13:57:09 +0000

In this tutorial, we will learn how to animate a character in Python using the Pygame library and a spritesheet. Instead of loading lots of separate images to animate our main sprite/character, we will use one single image containing multiple…

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Extracurricular Activity Selector

Administrator — Fri, 20 Mar 2026 13:16:06 +0000

A high school teacher needs your help! They have been asked to organise a full set of registers for students to take part in some extracurricular activities organised by the school. There are 100 students in the year group, and…

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Duplicate Detection Algorithms & Big O Notation

Administrator — Tue, 24 Feb 2026 15:43:44 +0000

One of the most powerful ways to understand Big O Notation is to compare two different ways of solving the same problem. Duplicate Detection Challenge? The aim of a duplicate detection algorithm is to determine whether a list of values…

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Football League Table using an API

Administrator — Fri, 06 Feb 2026 12:33:11 +0000

In many modern programs and websites, data does not come from a file stored on your computer. Instead, it is often retrieved live from the internet. One of the most common ways this happens is through an API. In this…

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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…

The Barnsley Fern Fractal

Administrator — Fri, 18 Jul 2025 15:03:23 +0000

Nature has always been a source of inspiration for artists, mathematicians, and scientists alike. One of the most fascinating examples of this intersection is the Barnsley Fern, a mathematical construct that mimics the intricate patterns of a natural fern. The…

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