Learn Python by Creating a Pirate Trading Game Like Taipan!
Master Python programming fundamentals and object-oriented design by building a classic trading adventure game from scratch!
The Game You'll Build
Create a fully-functional text-based pirate trading game inspired by the classic Taipan, featuring:
Core Game Systems
- Menu System: Interactive game loop with options
- City Navigation: Travel between multiple ports
- Trading Mechanics: Buy and sell products for profit
- Dynamic Pricing: Randomized city-specific prices
- Ship Inventory: Manage cargo and gold
Advanced Features
- Date System: Time progression with DateTime
- Pirate Encounters: Combat system with attacks
- Ship Health: Damage and game over conditions
- Data Persistence: Load game data from CSV files
- OOP Architecture: Clean, modular code design
Complete Curriculum - 18 Comprehensive Lessons
Module 1: Python Fundamentals (5 Lessons)
| 1 | Project Setup, Print, Input, Variables, and if/else Set up Python environment, learn basic I/O, variables, and conditional logic |
13:23 |
| 2 | Learning to Work with Functions Create reusable code blocks, parameters, return values, and function design |
16:24 |
| 3 | While Loops, Break, Game Loop & Menu with String Formatting Build the main game loop, create interactive menus, format output strings |
14:55 |
| 4 | Dictionaries, Lists and For Loops for Managing Cities Master Python data structures to represent game world and iterate through data |
18:13 |
| 5 | Using DateTime Library to Manage Game Date Implement time progression system using Python's DateTime module |
5:42 |
Module 2: Object-Oriented Programming (2 Lessons)
| 6 | Introduction to Python Objects & OOP Learn classes, objects, constructors, and the principles of OOP in Python |
19:23 |
| 7 | Understanding Class Methods & Properties Deep dive into instance methods, properties, and class design |
5:27 |
Module 3: Game Manager Architecture (4 Lessons)
| 8 | Refactoring Classes into Separate Files & Game Manager Organize code into modules, create central game management system |
19:42 |
| 9 | Finalize Game Manager Design & Argument Passing Master different ways to pass arguments, complete architecture design |
15:46 |
| 10 | Implement Buy Products Method & Ship Storage Create purchasing system, manage ship inventory and cargo |
13:12 |
| 11 | Implement Sell Products Method & Inventory Management Build selling mechanics, handle inventory removal and profit calculation |
10:43 |
Module 4: Advanced Game Systems (5 Lessons)
| 12 | Create CityProduct Class for Price Management Design system for city-specific product pricing and availability |
17:24 |
| 13 | Random Price Changes for Dynamic Gameplay Implement price fluctuations to make trading strategic and interesting |
5:08 |
| 14 | Create the Pirate Encounter Class Build enemy pirate system with attributes and encounter mechanics |
17:55 |
| 15 | Handling Pirate Encounter Attacks Implement combat system, damage calculation, and battle outcomes |
12:24 |
| 16 | Loading Game Data from CSV Files Read external data files, parse CSV format, initialize game from data |
14:59 |
Python Skills You'll Master
Core Python Concepts
- Variables & Data Types: Strings, integers, floats, booleans
- Control Flow: if/else statements and conditional logic
- Loops: While loops, for loops, break statements
- Functions: Parameters, return values, scope
- Input/Output: User input, print formatting
- String Formatting: Format strings for clean output
Data Structures
- Lists: Creating, accessing, and modifying lists
- Dictionaries: Key-value pairs for data organization
- Nested Structures: Lists of dictionaries, complex data
- Iteration: Looping through collections efficiently
- Data Manipulation: Sorting, filtering, searching
- CSV Files: Reading and parsing external data
Object-Oriented Programming
- Classes & Objects: Creating custom data types
- Constructors: __init__ methods and initialization
- Instance Methods: Object behaviors and actions
- Properties: Managing object state and attributes
- Code Organization: Separating classes into modules
- Design Patterns: Game manager pattern
Game Development Skills
- Game Loops: Main loop architecture
- Menu Systems: User interaction and navigation
- State Management: Tracking game progress
- Random Events: Using random module for gameplay
- DateTime: Managing time progression
- File I/O: Loading game data from files
What You'll Accomplish
Complete Python Project
Build a fully-functional text-based trading game from scratch, demonstrating real programming skills that you can show to potential employers or use as a portfolio piece.
Strong Python Foundation
Master Python fundamentals through practical application - every concept is immediately used in your game, ensuring deep understanding rather than surface-level knowledge.
Object-Oriented Design Skills
Learn to structure programs using classes and objects, a crucial skill for any serious Python developer. You'll understand when and how to use OOP effectively.
Problem-Solving Abilities
Develop the mindset of a programmer by solving real challenges like inventory management, combat systems, and economic simulations.
Who This Course Is Perfect For
Complete Python Beginners
Start from zero! We begin with basic print statements and variables, building up your knowledge step-by-step through practical application.
Aspiring Game Developers
Learn game development concepts like game loops, state management, and player interaction while mastering Python programming.
Students Learning Programming
Supplement your computer science education with a fun, practical project that reinforces programming concepts through game development.
Anyone Who Learns by Doing
If you prefer building real projects over abstract exercises, this hands-on approach will keep you engaged and motivated.
Prerequisites
- A computer with Python installed (free download)
- Basic computer skills (creating files, using a text editor)
- No prior programming experience required!
- Enthusiasm to learn and build something cool
Our Teaching Approach
Progressive Complexity
We start with simple concepts like variables and print statements, gradually building complexity as your understanding grows. Each new concept builds on the previous ones.
Learning by Building
Rather than isolated exercises, every lesson contributes to your complete game. You'll see how individual programming concepts work together in a real project.
Practical Focus
No abstract theory without application. Every Python concept is immediately used in your game, making it clear why and how each feature is useful.
Clean Code Practices
Learn to write organized, readable code from the start. We'll refactor and improve the code as we go, teaching you professional development practices.
Course Details
Quick Facts
- 18 Video Lessons
- 3.5+ Hours Runtime
- Pure Python (No frameworks)
- Complete Game Project
- OOP Included
- CSV Data Loading
- Lifetime Access
You'll Build
A complete text-based pirate trading game featuring:
- Multiple cities to trade between
- Buy/sell trading system
- Dynamic pricing economics
- Pirate combat encounters
- Ship health and cargo management
- Date/time progression
- CSV data loading
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What's Included
- 18 HD video lessons
- Complete source code
- Step-by-step instruction
- Lifetime course access
- Certificate of completion
- Mobile & desktop viewing