The assignment this week has two parts. First, demonstrate use of the 3D turtle and build some interesting 3D shapes. Second, pick one significant extension of the system and design and implement your own solution. The list of extensions given below is not all-inclusive, and you should feel free to pick your own. The key is to demonstrate how you can define a task, design a solution, and implement the solution so the computer can complete the task. Efficient and elegant solutions are the optimal outcome.


Tasks

  1. Make at least four new 3D shape classes, like a box or a house. Use strings, just like you did for the square and triangle classes. You can use parameterized strings, which should make the task easier.

    An image with examples of all of your 3D shapes is required image 1. In this image, demo at least 2 different styles.

  2. Make a 3D scene that incorporates your shapes. Your scene can be abstract, artistic, or realistic. Try to maximize the complexity of the scene, while minimizing the amount of code you have to write. For this task, spend some time thinking about your design before you start to code. Talk about your design in your writeup. Note that complexity may not mean lots of objects. Having lots of small stuff will slow down the interactive viewing.

    Two images of your scene from different points of view are required images 2 and 3.

  3. Do something interesting within this context. Make sure you have a clear description of the task. Design a solution you think will work and then implement the solution. The difficulty of the task is not necessarily as important as following a structured process so you understand what the computer needs to do and how to do it. The design of your solution should be part of your writeup. Note: you can choose something from the list of extensions, if you would like. If you are wondering how we will grade it, then keep this is mind: we don't simply count the number of extensions you do. We look at the quality. If this task allows you to do something spectacular, then it may get your over the 26/30 mark.

    An image demonstrating your improved code is required image 4.


Extensions

Each assignment will have a set of suggested extensions. The required tasks constitute about 85% of the assignment, and if you do only the required tasks and do them well you will earn a B+. To earn a higher grade, you need to undertake one or more extensions. The difficulty and quality of the extension or extensions will determine your final grade for the assignment. One complex extension, done well, or 2-3 simple extensions are typical.


Writeup and Hand-In

Before handing in your code, double check that it is well-styled:

Make a new wiki page for your assignment. Put the label cs151s14project11 on the page. Each of you needs to make your own writeup.

In addition to making the wiki page writeup, put the python files you wrote on the Academics server in your private handin directory.

Colby Wiki

In general, your writeup should follow the outline below.