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Build Space Invaders using Pygame

Offered By: Coursera Project Network via Coursera

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Pygame Courses Game Development Courses Python Courses Collision Detection Courses

Course Description

Overview

By the end of this project, you will create a basic and fully functioning version of the known game, Space Invaders using Python and Pygame. Python is one of the most in demand programming languages, and using the Pygame with it will give you a chance to easily implement many game applications. In this project You will be able to set up a pygame program, you will identify the pygame logic and how to apply it to your own games. You will also be able to populate your window and set up background images and music. Finally, You will be able to control object movement and detect collisions.

Note: This course works best for learners who are based in the North America region. We’re currently working on providing the same experience in other regions.

Syllabus

  • Project Overview
    • By the end of this project, you will create a basic and fully functioning version of the known game, Space Invaders using Python and Pygame. Python is one of the most in demand programming languages, and using the Pygame with it will give you a chance to easily implement many game applications. In this project You will be able to set up a pygame program, you will identify the pygame logic and how to apply it to your own games. You will also be able to populate your window and set up background images and music. Finally, You will be able to control object movement and detect collisions.

Taught by

Dina Elkafrawy

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