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Add Analog Wall Clock Project #107

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@anuragk16

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Wall Clock using Python and Threading

Description

This project is a real-time analog wall clock built using Python’s turtle graphics module. The clock displays hour, minute, and second hands, each updated concurrently using the threading module. The clock face includes numbers, a decorative design, and an AM/PM indicator—all rendered visually using turtle graphics. The hands rotate in sync with actual system time.

Benefits

  • Introduces turtle for creative and interactive graphics.
  • Demonstrates use of threading to handle real-time concurrency.
  • Fun and educational project suitable for beginners and intermediate contributors.

Implementation Ideas

  • turtle is used to draw the clock face and hands.
  • Each hand (hour, minute, second) runs on a separate thread to simulate continuous movement.
  • datetime is used to fetch the current time and calculate hand angles accordingly.
  • Design includes layered circular frames and number markings for aesthetic value.

Additional Context

Implemented in a single Python script (clock.py).
Dependencies: turtle, threading, and datetime.
Can be extended with:

  • Digital clock overlay
  • Custom themes (dark/light mode)
  • Alarm feature or tick sounds

Suggested Contributors

@anuragk16 (myself) – I would like to implement and contribute this project.

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