1.73 Simulation

In this Simulation, you will apply structured algorithm design methods to build a basic password checker program in Python.

Purpose

This Simulation helps you:

• Apply decomposition and stepwise refinement

• Use pseudocode to plan a solution

• Implement a working program using control structures

• Reflect on your design process and testing

Learning goals

By completing this Simulation, you will:

• Practise writing and applying pseudocode (with BEGIN and END)

• Use loops, conditions, and variables effectively

• Develop a program that checks multiple conditions

• Evaluate and improve your program based on testing

Task summary

You are challenged to design and implement a program that:

• Asks the user to enter a password

• Checks:

  • Minimum length (8 characters)

  • At least one digit

  • At least one uppercase letter

• Provides feedback and allows up to 3 attempts

Accessing the starter file

⬇ Download the scaffold starter script

Submission

Submit:

• Your completed .py file

• Your pseudocode (in comments or as a separate file)

• A short reflection on your design, challenges, and improvements