Welcome to the Python Calculator Project! This repository hosts a Python-based calculator designed as an educational tool to illustrate core programming concepts. It's perfect for teachers who aim to introduce their students to the basics of Python including functions, loops, and conditional statements.
- Basic Arithmetic Operations: Includes addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division to help students understand basic mathematical operations through coding.
- Interactive Console Interface: A simple command-line interface that encourages students to interact with the program, enhancing their engagement and learning.
- Error Handling: Teaches students how software can gracefully manage unexpected or incorrect user inputs.
To use this calculator in your classroom, ensure Python is installed on your system. You can download Python from the official website: python.org.
Set up the calculator by cloning the repository to your local machine:
git clone https://github.com/gato365/project-32-python-calculator.gitAfter navigating to the cloned directory, you can run the Python script with your students:
cd project-32-python-calculator
python calculator.pyEngage your students by having them perform calculations, predict outcomes, and understand the flow of the program.
We welcome contributions from educators and students alike! If you have ideas on how to improve the calculator for educational purposes or wish to add features that could benefit learning, please fork the repository and submit a pull request.
This project is freely available under the MIT License - see the LICENSE file for details. We support open-source software in education and encourage its use and adaptation in classrooms.