By the end of this project, you will create a fully functioning fast typing game using Java Swing in Eclipse. This project will give you a great head start towards learning more and mastering one of the most used programming languages in the world. In this project you will be able to identify and apply many basic fundamentals such as data structures, variables, loops etc. Moreover, you will be able to perform simple String manipulation, save and compare the user's input to the original correct word and finally, you will be able to create dynamic labels for many applications. Learning and understanding Java Swing will help you progress in the programming field by creating simple Java applications.
Build a Fast Typing Game using Java Swing
Build a Fast Typing Game using Java Swing
Instructor: Marwan Abdel Rady
Access provided by Toshiba Software India
Learn, practice, and apply job-ready skills with expert guidance
Beginner level
Recommended experience
2 hours
Learn at your own pace
Hands-on learning
What you'll learn
Create dynamic labels, buttons and textfields in your Graphical User Interface
Start and Restart the game with a click of a button
Skills you'll practice
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Taught in English
No downloads or installation required
Only available on desktop
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About this Guided Project
Learn step-by-step
In a video that plays in a split-screen with your work area, your instructor will walk you through these steps:
You will be able to set up your java environment in Eclipse
You will be able to load external text documents and perform some simple String manipulation
You will be able to create two dynamic labels in your Graphical User Interface
You will be able to save and compare the user's input to the original correct word
You will be able to create dynamic labels for the timer and the score
You will be able to create a start button for the game and implement time bonuses and penalties
You will be able create a button to restart the game with a click of it
Recommended experience
This project is for beginners with basic Java knowledge
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How you'll learn
Skill-based, hands-on learning
Practice new skills by completing job-related tasks.
Expert guidance
Follow along with pre-recorded videos from experts using a unique side-by-side interface.
No downloads or installation required
Access the tools and resources you need in a pre-configured cloud workspace.
Available only on desktop
This Guided Project is designed for laptops or desktop computers with a reliable Internet connection, not mobile devices.
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