This course builds a classic Rock Paper Scissors game in Python using a modular programming method for a beginner-level coder.

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After learning the basics of Python, it’s a great idea to complete at least one hands-on project where you can build something from scratch using Python. This course offers the opportunity to build a basic but classic Rock Paper Scissors game, command-line style.

You’ll begin the course by looking at the end product and then building the game step-by-step, adding one tiny feature in each lesson. This way, you’ll add one or two helper functions to the codebase and then test them individually in the main controller function. Because of this modular approach, you’ll finish coding the game efficiently and professionally.

By the end of the course, you’ll have one complete hands-on project in Python added to your profile. That’s a great start!

Mini Course: Build Rock Paper Scissors with Python

# What have we got?

We have the breakdown of the game, so let’s go through the first thing we saw in the game. When the game starts, it introduces the game and lists the rules. 

# What’s next?

Let’s create a function that prints the welcome message and game rules.

- Define a function named `display_instructions()`.
- Print all the rules of the game within this function.

# Try it yourself

Write your code in the code widget below and click the “Run” button to execute your code. 

**Sample output**

```txt
Welcome to Rock Paper Scissors.

The rules are simple: 
1. Rock beats scissors 
2. Scissors beats paper 
3. Paper beats rock
```

If you’re unsure how to do this, click the “Show Hint” button.


Learn how to print the game’s introduction and rules.

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Game Introduction

What have we got?