Spelling Bee Java Project

A Java implementation of a Spelling Bee-style word game with a graphical interface.

Features

• Validates 7-letter puzzle input
• Checks dictionary words from a file
• Detects valid words and pangrams
• Calculates scoring system
• "Solve" button finds all possible words
• GUI-based interaction using SpellingBeeGraphics library

How it works

Users input a 7-letter puzzle, then try to form words using those letters. Words must:

• Be at least 4 letters long
• Contain the center letter
• Only use allowed letters
• Exist in the dictionary

Scoring

• 4-letter words = 1 point
• 5+ letters = word length
• Pangrams (use all 7 letters) = +7 bonus points

Tech Used

• Java
• File I/O (Scanner)
• Arrays
• GUI library: SpellingBeeGraphics

Notes

Requires the SpellingBeeGraphics library from Willamette CS1 course.