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Week 7 · Code to Create

Mini-Project 1: Automation Script

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Project: Build an automation script that solves a real problem.

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Automation Master
Examples
  • Rename batch photos
  • Generate report from CSV
  • Organize files by extension
  • Download & parse weather data
  • Send reminders from todo list
Requirements
  • Use loops, functions, file I/O
  • Include comments
  • Handle at least one error case
  • Run in <2 minutes
Deliverables
  • Source code (script.py)
  • README (what does it do?)
  • Demo video (2-3 min screencast)
Grading rubric (100 pts)
Functionality — does it work?40 pts
Code quality — clean, readable, commented30 pts
Error handling — handles edge cases15 pts
Creativity — solves real problem15 pts
XP: 500 base + 100 bonus if >90 score = 600 XPBADGE: Automation Master

Cohort & Support

LIVE_TOUCHPOINTS
Study Hall12 hrs dedicated support (Wed–Fri).
CommunityTop 5 projects featured, students vote "Most Creative".

Rewards

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Rewards announced live during the cohort session.