Fidget Spinner
- Sairam Penjarla
- Jun 25, 2024
- 2 min read
Get Spinning with Python's Turtle: Create a Fun Fidget Spinner Simulator!
This blog post is all about a Python project that lets you unleash your inner fidgeter - virtually! We'll be building a "Final Spinner" using Python's Turtle graphics library.
Dive into the Project
This project utilizes the Turtle module, a built-in Python library, to create an interactive spinner on your screen. Here's what the program offers:
Interactive Spinning: The fun comes alive when you press the spacebar! Each press gives the spinner a flick, making it spin faster.
Turtle Takes the Wheel: The Turtle library provides the graphics power to draw and animate the spinner's movement.
Colorful Customization: Want to personalize your spinner? You can adjust the color to match your preference!
Get Set to Spin!
Ready to build and experience the thrill of a virtual fidget spinner? Follow these steps:
Prerequisites:
Python 3.x: Make sure you have Python 3 installed. Check with python3 --version in your terminal.
Turtle Module: This is already included with Python, so no additional installation is required.
Installation and Usage:
Grab the Code: Download the source code or clone the repository using git clone https://github.com/sairam-penjarla/Fidget-spinner.git.
Run the Script: No extra libraries are needed here! Navigate to the project directory and run the program with python main.py.
Get Spinning: The program should display the spinner on your screen. Press the spacebar to flick it and watch it spin! With each press, the speed increases until friction (simulated in the code) slows it down.
Example:
Initially, the spinner will be stationary. Hit the spacebar, and it springs to life, rotating. Each additional spacebar press increases the speed of the spin until it gradually slows down, mimicking real-world friction.
Contributing and Sharing the Fun:
This project welcomes collaboration! Feel free to clone the repository and make improvements. Submit pull requests to share your bug fixes, additional features, or creative enhancements.
This blog post provides a roadmap to get you started with this Python project. Feel free to explore the code further and personalize your spinner's look and behavior. For a more in-depth look at the code's inner workings, check out the YouTube video
Happy Coding and Happy Spinning!
