GLAB-370.1.3 The String Sorcery

Introduction

Welcome to GLAB-370.1.3! Get ready to dive into the magical world of string manipulation in Python. In this lab, you'll unravel the secrets of transforming and manipulating strings, creating powerful incantations that will enchant your code. Brace yourself for The String Sorcery: Python Edition!

Prerequisites

To fully enjoy this lab, you should have a basic understanding of Python syntax and be familiar with string data types and basic programming concepts.

Instructions

Step 1: Enter the Realm of Strings

As you step into this enchanting realm, you'll discover a multitude of string manipulation techniques. Brace yourself and prepare to unlock the hidden powers of Python strings. Let's begin with a simple example:

# The Magical Reversal
text = input("Enter a word or phrase: ")

reversed_text = text[::-1]

print("The reversed version is:", reversed_text)

Step 2: Embrace the String Sorcery

To experience the magic of string manipulation, follow these steps:

• Open your favorite Python IDE or a text editor.
• Create a new Python file and give it a mystical name like "string_sorcery.py".
• Copy the code snippet from Step 1 into your file.
• Save the file and run it.

Step 3: Unleash Your String Sorcery

Now it's time to unleash your own string sorcery. Channel your imagination and explore the vast possibilities of string manipulation in Python. Here are a few ideas to ignite your creativity:

The Word Alchemist: Create a program that counts the number of occurrences of each word in a given text. Use string manipulation techniques to split the text into words and update a dictionary with the word counts.

The Cipher Master: Implement a simple Caesar cipher encryption and decryption program. Prompt the user to enter a message and a shift value. Apply the shift to each character in the message to create an encrypted version and vice versa for decryption.

The Anagram Conjurer: Write a program that prompts the user to enter two words or phrases. Determine if they are anagrams (contain the same characters in different orders) and reveal the secret connection between them.

Feel free to embrace these ideas or create your own magical string manipulations. Let your creativity flow, experiment, and weave spells with Python strings!

Step 4: Share Your String Sorcery

Once you've mastered the art of string manipulation, share your mystical creation(s) with your instructor

Conclusion

Congratulations on completing The String Sorcery! You have unlocked the secrets of string manipulation and harnessed the power to transform and manipulate text with Python. Take these newfound skills and continue your journey into the vast realms of Python programming. The magic of strings awaits—keep conjuring and creating wonders with your string sorcery!