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Lecture

Playing Connect Four

Description

This lecture covers the implementation of the game Connect Four, focusing on key functionalities such as initializing the game, displaying the board, player moves validation, alternating turns, and checking for a win or a full board. The instructor demonstrates the 'joue' method, which allows players to make their moves by selecting a column to drop their colored discs. The lecture also includes testing the 'joue' method to ensure proper functionality and game progression.

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