PyQt GUI Development for Python: Build a Calculator — PickAClass
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PyQt GUI Development for Python: Build a Calculator

Master the fundamentals of GUI programming in Python by building a fully functional desktop calculator using PyQt.

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About this course

Want to build desktop applications that users can interact with directly? This course introduces you to graphical user interface (GUI) development using Python and the powerful PyQt framework. By the end of this course, you will be equipped to design, implement, and deploy your own interactive desktop applications, starting with a foundational understanding of event-driven programming and UI design principles. What you'll learn: Understand core concepts of GUI programming and event handling. Learn to set up your Python environment for PyQt development. Build interactive user interfaces using PyQt widgets and layouts. Implement application logic to respond to user input and events. Apply best practices for structuring PyQt applications for maintainability. Practice writing basic tests for application logic using Python's testing tools. Create a fully functional desktop calculator application from scratch. The course begins with foundational GUI concepts and environment setup, then progresses through PyQt widget usage, layout management, and event handling, culminating in the complete construction of a practical calculator application. This course is designed for absolute beginners with basic Python knowledge who want to venture into desktop application development. No prior experience with GUI frameworks or advanced programming concepts is required. Start your journey into Python GUI programming and bring your desktop application ideas to life.

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Lessons completed 14 / 14
Practice questions 26 / 28
Assignments submitted 4 (avg 4.5 / 5)
Capstone project Reviewed — 4.6 / 5
Total practice 6.2 hrs
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Time to completion 11 days (median: 22)
Mastery score 91 / 100
Practice-question score 94%
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