Want to create your own QR code generator in Python? Whether you want to encode a website, contact info, or Wi-Fi details, you're in the right place. With just a few lines of code, you'll have a fully working QR code generator β and it'll only take you 5 minutes or less. Let's go! π»π±

π§° What You'll Need
- Python 3.x installed
- A terminal or code editor (like VS Code)
-
The
qrcodeandpillowlibraries
Install them by running:
That's it. You're ready to go!
π§ How It Works
We'll use the qrcode library to generate a QR code from any text or URL and save it as an image file.
π Step-by-Step Code
π§ͺ Example Output
Just run the script, type in a URL like https://example.com, and boom β it saves a QR code image you can scan instantly.
π Bonus: Build a GUI QR Code Generator with Color & Logo Support
Want to take this project up a notch? Let's turn it into a user-friendly desktop app with a GUI, complete with color pickers and logo embedding β perfect for branding or just flexing your Python skills!
You'll also use tkinter, which comes pre-installed with Python.
πΌοΈ What You Get
- β A fully functioning desktop app
- π¨ Custom color support
- π· Optional logo embed
- π Save to PNG
π Final Thoughts
You've just created not one but two QR code generators β a quick script and a powerful GUI-based app. Whether you're a beginner or looking to enhance your Python project portfolio, this is a fun and practical build to have under your belt.
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