Typing Speed Tester – Python CLI Project

A simple and effective Python command-line application that measures your typing speed and accuracy. Whether you're practicing for a job test or just want to improve your typing skills, this project gives instant feedback in a clean interface.

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Features

• Random sentence prompt from a curated list
• Real-time speed calculation in Words Per Minute (WPM)
• Accuracy tracking based on word-by-word comparison
• Option to retry with a different prompt
• Graceful handling of keyboard interruptions

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Concepts & Modules Used

• Python functions
• String manipulation and comparison
• time module for tracking performance
• Input/output handling with clean formatting
• Basic error handling

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Requirements

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• Python 3.6 or higher
• No external libraries needed

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How to Run

1. Clone this repository :

   git clone https://github.com/YourUsername/typing-speed-tester.git
   
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2. Navigate to the folder :

cd typing-speed-tester

3. Run the application :

python main.py

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Sample Output

-----Welcome to the Python Typing Speed Tester!-----

(Press ENTER to begin the test...)

Type the following sentence:

Artificial Intelligence is transforming the world.

(Press ENTER when you're ready to start typing...)

Start Typing : Artifical Intelligence is transformng the word.

----- Test Results -----
Time Taken: 12.37 seconds
Words Per Minute (WPM): 38.76
Accuracy: 60.0%

Thanks for using the Typing Speed Tester. Keep practicing!

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Author

Sandesh Salokhe
GitHub: @Sandesh-008

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License

This project is open source and available under the MIT License.

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Notes

• Works across all major platforms (Windows, macOS, Linux)
• You can customize the sentence list in the Sentences[] variable
• For color output, you can reintroduce ANSI escape codes as needed