Created my 1st Algorithm: Number Guessing Game using Python. Firstly, what is an A lgorithm ? Well, it’s like a recipe or a set of instructions that tells a computer, or even a person, how to do a specific task.
It's a step-by-step plan that helps you solve a problem or perform a task in an organized and logical way.
Think of it as a clear and precise set of directions to achieve a desired outcome. For example, if you're making a sandwich, you follow a simple algorithm: 1) Take two slices of bread. 2) Spread some peanut butter on one slice. 3) Spread some salted butter on the other slice. 4) Press the two slices of bread together. 5) Cut the sandwich in half. In this above example, the algorithm guides you through the process of making a sandwich.
Algorithms are used in all kinds of areas, not just in cooking.
They are essential in computer programming, maths, and various fields to solve problems and complete tasks efficiently and accurately. Basically, the computer will randomly select a number, and the player will have to guess it. The computer will provide hints to help the player find the correct number. So here is my 1st EVER Algorithm: Number Guessing Game using Python and the steps involved. Step 1: Define the Problem The computer selects a random number between a specified range (e.g., 1 to 100). The player tries to guess the number. The computer provides feedback if the guess is too high, too low, or correct. Repeat until the player guesses the correct number.
Step 2: Pseudocode ( Pseudocode is like a rough draft of a program) Step 3: Implementation (in Python) You NEED to download a code editor like VS code or PyCharm as that’s where you will write your code.
What is a code editor? A code editor is a specialized software tool for writing and editing code, offering features like syntax highlighting, auto-completion, and error checking to make coding easier and more efficient.
It's essential for software development and helps programmers write and manage code effectively. You can THEN implement this algorithm in Python as follows. See below
Step 4: Play the Game Run the Python code, and you'll have a simple and fun number guessing game. Try to guess the randomly selected number within the specified range.
import random

def number_guessing_game(): # Define the range of numbers to guess from low_range = 1 high_range = 100

# Generate a random number within the range 
secret_number = random.randint(low_range, high_range) 

# Keep track of the number of attempts 
attempts = 0 

# Prompt for player's name 
name = input("What is your name? ") 

# Greet the player 
print(f"Hello, {name}! Welcome to the Number Guessing Game!") 
print(f"I'm thinking of a number between {low_range} and {high_range}.") 

# Loop until the player guesses the correct number 
while True: 
    # Get the player's guess 
    try: 
        guess = int(input("Enter your guess: ")) 
    except ValueError: 
        print("Invalid input! Please enter a valid integer.") 

continue

Increment the number of attempts

attempts += 1

Check if the guess is too low, too high, or correct

if guess < secret_number: print("Too low! Try again.") elif guess > secret_number: print("Too high! Try again.") else: print(f"Congratulations, {name}! You guessed the number {secret_number} in {attempts} attempts.") break if name == "main": number_guessing_game()