Week 3: Source Do While Loop Factorial Java

Week3 Srcdowhileloopfactorialjava

Using GuessTheNumber.java as a base, write a guessing game program. The computer should pick a number and the user will guess. The user should be able to guess until they win. The computer will tell the user if their guess is too high or too low. See Java HTP 6.9 to learn more about Java's Random class.

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The task involves creating a number guessing game in Java that allows a user to guess a randomly selected number until they succeed, receiving feedback whether their guess is too high or too low. The game should continuously prompt the user for guesses, providing immediate feedback, and terminate only when the correct number is guessed. This implementation requires understanding Java's Random class for generating random numbers, while using Input/Output classes for interaction with the user. The game design emphasizes user engagement and a clear, responsive interface.

Introduction

The implementation of a guessing game in Java offers an engaging way for users to practice programming fundamentals such as control flow, random number generation, and user input processing. The core objective is to develop an interactive game where the computer randomly selects a number within a specified range, and the user attempts to guess this number with guidance provided after each attempt. This exercise reinforces understanding of Java's built-in classes and methods, particularly the Random class for unpredictability, and Scanner for capturing user input. Moreover, it enhances knowledge of loop structures, conditional statements, and user feedback mechanisms.

Design and Implementation

The game begins by generating a random number between 1 and 100 using Java's Random class. The program then enters a loop, prompting the user to input their guess each time. After each guess, the program compares the user's input to the target number. If the guess is too high, it prints a message indicating so; if too low, it indicates that as well. When the user guesses correctly, the program congratulates the user and terminates.

This process leverages the getRandomNumber method to produce the target number, getUserGuess method to capture each guess, and the compare method to evaluate guesses. The main method orchestrates the game flow—from initial number generation to repeated guessing until success.

Key considerations include input validation and ensuring the program remains responsive throughout the game. Proper exception handling can be added for robustness, but the core implementation focuses on core logic for simplicity.

Code Implementation



package edu.drexel.ct290;


import java.util.Random;


import java.util.Scanner;


public class GuessTheNumber {


/**


* Generates a random number within the specified range.


* @param range The upper bound for the random number generation.


* @return A random integer between 1 and range inclusive.


*/


public int getRandomNumber(int range) {


Random rand = new Random();


int answer = rand.nextInt(range) + 1;


return answer;


}


/**


* Prompts the user to enter their guess.


* @return The user's guessed integer.


*/


public int getUserGuess() {


System.out.print("Enter your guess: ");


Scanner reader = new Scanner(System.in);


while (!reader.hasNextInt()) {


System.out.println("Invalid input. Please enter an integer.");


reader.next(); // discard invalid input


}


return reader.nextInt();


}


/**


* Compares the user's guess with the answer.


* @param guess The user's guessed number.


* @param answer The correct number to guess.


* @return true if guess matches the answer; false otherwise.


* Also provides feedback if guess is too high or too low.


*/


public boolean compare(int guess, int answer) {


if (guess == answer) {


return true;


} else if (guess > answer) {


System.out.println("Your guess is too high.");


return false;


} else {


System.out.println("Your guess is too low.");


return false;


}


}


public static void main(String[] args) {


System.out.println("Let's play a game. I'll pick a number between 1 and 100, and you try to guess it.");


GuessTheNumber guessNumber = new GuessTheNumber();


int answer = guessNumber.getRandomNumber(100);


int guess;


do {


guess = guessNumber.getUserGuess();


} while (!guessNumber.compare(guess, answer));


System.out.println("Congratulations! You got it: " + answer);


}


}

Discussion

This implementation offers a straightforward interactive guessing game, demonstrating essential programming concepts. It emphasizes iterative development, user interaction, and conditional logic, creating an engaging learning experience. Future enhancements could include multiple difficulty levels, scoring systems, or graphical interfaces to enrich the user experience.

Conclusion

The Java-based guessing game effectively combines random number generation, user input handling, and control structures. It provides a solid foundation for understanding program flow and user interaction. Such projects exemplify practical uses of Java classes and methods in creating interactive console applications, fostering computational thinking.

References

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