Internet Speed Checker — Python + Tkinter App
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Detailed Description
This Python-based Internet Speed Checker allows users to quickly test their upload and download speeds through a clean graphical interface built using Tkinter.
Powered by the Speedtest library, it provides real-time results in MBPS with an interactive UI that dynamically updates during testing.
Perfect for those learning Python GUI development, API handling, or real-time system updates, this project combines simplicity with practical functionality.
⚙️ Core Features
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⚡ Instant Speed Test: Measures both upload and download speeds in MBPS.
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🎨 GUI Interface: Built using Tkinter for a responsive and elegant design.
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🔁 Dynamic Feedback: Displays live testing status — “Testing Upload…” / “Testing Download…”.
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🖼️ Custom Icons: Interactive “Start / Stop” buttons with image-based visuals.
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📊 Real-time Results: Automatically updates labels after each test run.
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🧩 Beginner-Friendly: Easy to understand, clean code — perfect for portfolio or learning projects.
🧰 Tech Stack
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Language: Python 3+
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Libraries Used:
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tkinter— for GUI -
speedtest-cli— for speed measurement -
PIL (optional)— for handling images in UI
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💡 Highlights
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Clean and lightweight user interface.
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Fully functional — no browser or external tool needed.
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Easily customizable design (fonts, colors, themes).
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Practical tool to demonstrate API integration + real-time GUI updates in Python.



