Crack the code and reveal a secret with Python and Visual Studio Code

Module
9 Units

Beginner

Student

Developer

Visual Studio Code

There's a secret message that needs a code cracker to find the truth. Solve the code mystery to reveal a location inspired by the WONDER WOMAN 1984 film. Get a glimpse into the popular Python programming language with this introductory lesson that requires no coding experience.

Learning objectives

In this module, you'll:

Write your first lines of Python code
Create a function to decode a character with a cipher
Create a function to decode a full word with a cipher
Discover the Easter egg hidden in this module based on the WONDER WOMAN 1984 film

No coding experience is required to complete this Microsoft Learn module.

Prerequisites

Python installed
Visual Studio Code with Python Extension

Introduction to the WONDER WOMAN 1984 secret message decoder min
Check that Visual Studio Code is ready to decode messages min
Python basics for the WONDER WOMAN 1984 message decoder min
Part 1: Decode one letter at a time with a Caesar cipher min
Part 2: Decode one letter with a Caesar cipher by wrapping around the English alphabet min
Decode a full word with a Caesar cipher min
Use the Lasso decoder to reveal the secret message min
Knowledge check min
Summary min