Count vowels
Count the number of vowels (a, e, i, o, u) in a string (case-insensitive).
Replace vowels with stars
Write a function that replaces every vowel in a given string with an asterisk.
Count Syllables (Simple)
Count syllables in a word by counting groups of consecutive vowels (a, e, i, o, u).
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Guide: free Python coding challenges
Practice Python by solving problems
PythonSkillset challenges are hands-on coding exercises from beginner to advanced. Open a challenge, read the problem, write Python in the split-pane editor, and run tests with Pyodide — no install required.
How to use the arena
- Pick a category — basics, algorithms, strings, and more
- Open a challenge, read the statement, and edit the starter code
- Run tests, fix failures, then try a related quiz or tutorial lesson
Challenges vs tutorials and quizzes
Challenges test what you can build under constraints. For guided teaching, use our Python tutorials. For quick checks, try quizzes or copy snippets from code samples.