[Web Calculator with Python Backend and HTML Frontend]
[Background]
In today’s world, the ability to perform basic arithmetic operations in real-time is essential for developers and users alike. While many people use traditional calculators, modern web applications offer a powerful way to do calculations instantly, especially with the help of web frameworks and backend processing. This blog post will guide you through creating a simple Python-based web calculator with HTML/JavaScript frontend.
[Approach]
1. Frontend Setup with HTML/JavaScript
- Use the following HTML structure to create a simple web calculator:
- Two input fields for user inputs.
- A button to calculate the sum.
- A display area to show the result.
2. Backend Processing (Python)
- Create a Python script that reads the values from the HTML inputs, performs the addition, and displays the result.
[Code Implementation]
Python Backend (Web Calculator)
# Web Calculator with Python backend and HTML frontend
# Get user input
num1 = float(input("Enter first number: "))
num2 = float(input("Enter second number: "))
# Calculate the sum
result = num1 + num2
# Display the result
print(f"Result is: {result}")
HTML/JavaScript Frontend
<!DOCTYPE html>
<html lang="en">
<head>
<meta charset="UTF-8">
<title>Simple Web Calculator</title>
<style>
body { font-family: Arial, sans-serif; }
#result { font-size: 24px; margin: 10px; }
</style>
</head>
<body>
<h2>Simple Web Calculator</h2>
<input type="number" id="num1" placeholder="First Number" />
<input type="number" id="num2" placeholder="Second Number" />
<button onclick="calculate()">Calculate</button>
<div id="result"></div>
<script>
function calculate() {
const num1 = parseFloat(document.getElementById('num1').value);
const num2 = parseFloat(document.getElementById('num2').value);
const result = num1 + num2;
document.getElementById('result').textContent = `Result is: ${result}`;
}
</script>
</body>
</html>
Summary
This simple web calculator demonstrates the ability to:
- Accept two numbers as inputs.
- Perform and display the sum.
- Show the calculation process clearly.
By using Python for backend processing and HTML/JavaScript for the frontend, you can create a fully functional calculator that runs seamlessly in a browser.
[Learning Value]
This project involves:
- Reading input from HTML elements.
- Performing arithmetic operations.
- Displaying results and calculation steps.
- Handling file operations and data processing.
It provides a solid foundation for further development in web applications, especially for those interested in backend development.