Project

Bulls and Cows

Challenging
3345 completions
~ 17 hours
4.1

Learn how to use integer arithmetic, generate random numbers, store data in data structures, and handle errors.

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Write your own advanced version of the classic code breaking game "Bulls and Cows". Start with recreating the original version of the game and then take it to a new level.

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This project covers the core topics of the Introduction to Java course, making it sufficiently challenging to be a proud addition to your portfolio.

At least one graduate project is required to complete the course.

What you'll learn

Once you choose a project, we'll provide you with a study plan that includes all the necessary topics from your course to get it built. Here’s what awaits you:
Implement the grading mechanism.
Create a simple random number generator.
Make a fully functional classic version of the game.
Rewrite the random number generator using the built-in java tools.
Make the game more difficult by improving the code generator.
Make your application more stable by handling various errors.

Reviews

Raul Muser avatar
Raul Muser
18 hours ago
Avoid throwing exceptions when you can and pseudorandom number creation.
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eomy
1 month ago
Cause Bulls and Cows is one of my favorite game, making this game in my hand is very priceless experience.
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Royston Dsouza
3 months ago
During this project, I really solidified my understanding of Java fundamentals like loop control structures, conditional string processing, and basic input validation.

4.1

Learners who completed this project within the Introduction to Java course rated it as follows:
Usefulness
4.2
Fun
4.0
Clarity
4.0