Python File Type Counter

Introduction

In this project, you will learn how to write a Python script that counts the number of files with a specific file type in a given directory. This is a common task when working with files and directories in Python, and it can be useful in a variety of applications, such as data analysis, file management, and system administration.

👀 Preview

$ python3 file_type.py
Please enter the file type: txt
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🎯 Tasks

In this project, you will learn:

• How to implement the count_file_type function to count the number of files with a specific file type
• How to handle user input and display the file type count
• How to enhance the script to handle multiple file types and directory access errors

🏆 Achievements

After completing this project, you will be able to:

• Write a Python script that counts the number of files with a specific file type in a directory
• Handle user input and display the file type count
• Enhance the script to handle edge cases and provide more functionality