Create Dynamic Wanted Posters with Python!

Create Dynamic Wanted Posters with Python!

Table of Contents

1. Introduction
2. Step 1: Creating Directories
3. Step 2: Making it Classy with a Class
4. Step 3: Establishing the Background
5. Step 4: Adding the Input Text
6. Step 5: Adding Separator Lines
7. Step 6: Handling the Original Background File
8. Step 7: Testing the Script
9. Act 2: The GUI
10. Step 1: Setting up the Tkinter Screen
11. Step 2: Creating Titles and Buttons
12. Step 3: The Functions That Work

How to Make a One Poster Generator in Python Part 2

Welcome back! This time, we're going to dive into the second part of creating a one poster generator in Python. In this faster-paced section, we'll focus on making the actual wanted poster script and then move on to the GUI manuscript. So let's get started!

Step 1: Creating Directories

To begin, we need to create a new directory called "pictures" to hold all the necessary data for the poster generator. This includes the background image and the image of the actual wanted person. Let's create the required directories and name them "feed.png" and "wanted.png". These can be any type of photo obtained from the internet, as they will be changed later.

Step 2: Making it Classy with a Class

In this step, we'll create a class called PC. Make sure to import CV2 at the top of the script. Inside the PC class, we'll define three variables: self.poster_base, self.name, and self.bounty. These variables will be utilized later in the script. Additionally, let's create two small methods, name_get() and bounty_get(), that set the variables to the arguments provided.

Step 3: Establishing the Background

Now, let's move on to the most important part of the script. In this section, we'll establish the background using the argument from the first function and apply OpenCV's message function to it. We'll also add fixed text elements, such as "Wanted" and "Reward". We'll go into more detail about the method's arguments and the main function in the following sections.

Step 4: Adding the Input Text

In this step, we'll add separator lines between the "Wanted" text, name, and bounty amount. These lines will enhance the overall appearance of the poster. Although the tutorial won't cover additional embellishments, if you understand the concepts presented here, you can find a GitHub link for extra special poster design ideas.

Step 5: Adding Separator Lines

In the previous step, we added separator lines to the poster design. However, we need to make sure the original "wanted_bg.png" file doesn't get overwritten every time a new wanted poster is created. To achieve this, we'll use some built-in methods from OpenCV.

Step 6: Handling the Original Background File

Continuing from the previous step's actions, we'll utilize several built-in methods and show functions from OpenCV. These methods are self-explanatory and contribute to the functionality of the poster generator.

Step 7: Testing the Script

Now that we have implemented all the necessary functions, it's time to test the script. Run the code, and you will see a generated poster on your screen. However, it lacks crucial information such as the name and the bounty amount. We'll resolve this by incorporating the main pie function.

Act 2: The GUI

Step 1: Setting up the Tkinter Screen

To create a user-friendly interface, we'll use Tkinter. Start by setting up the Tkinter screen with a few lines of code. These lines define the window's appearance and properties, such as its name, size, and the ability to resize it. We'll also add a background image to enhance the visual appeal.

Step 2: Creating Titles and Buttons

Everyone loves pushing buttons, right? In this step, we'll create labels for titles and buttons to improve the GUI. We'll create six label objects named "title" with some variations. Each label object will require specific attributes, such as text, font, background, and foreground color. Additionally, we'll include two entry objects for name and bounty inputs.

Step 3: The Functions That Work

In this step, we'll create five functions and a sub-function to satisfy the functionality requirements of the graphical user interface. These functions act as portals between different pages and handle various actions, such as entering a name, entering a bounty amount, choosing accessories, taking a picture, and restarting the process. Each button is connected to its respective function through the command attribute.

This concludes the second part of the "How to Make a One Poster Generator in Python" tutorial series. Feel free to explore the camera functionality and accessories mentioned at the end of the main script. But remember, these are separate variables and functions outside the scope of this specific tutorial. Thank you for following along, and happy programming!

Highlights:

• Learn how to create a one poster generator in Python.
• Explore the implementation of OpenCV's message function.
• Understand the process of creating a graphical user interface using Tkinter.
• Enhance your Python programming skills.

FAQ

Q: Can I use any type of image for the background and wanted person's photo? A: Yes, you can use any type of image downloaded from the internet. The script allows you to replace the initial images later.

Q: Are there any additional embellishments I can add to the poster design? A: Although this tutorial doesn't cover additional embellishments, you can find a GitHub link for extra special poster design ideas.

Q: Can I resize the Tkinter window after the initial values? A: No, the code provided in this tutorial restricts window resizing to the initial size defined in the script.

Q: How do I run the script and generate a poster? A: After following the steps outlined in the tutorial, execute the script to generate a poster.