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C Programming

From operating systems to games, almost everything is powered by C. It's the Ideal launchpad for a successful programming career. 

(C-PROGRAM.AE1) / ISBN : 978-1-64459-477-3
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About This Course

Become a coding Ninja with our C Programming course that’s ideal for beginners as well as seasoned programmers. Learn the basics of C programming from core fundamentals to syntax, data types and variables. Build a strong foundation with hands-on exercises carried out through our Labs. By the end of the course, you’ll be able to write, compile, and execute C programs.

Skills You’ll Get

  • Knowledge of core fundamentals including syntax, data types, operators, arrays, and more
  • Expertise with File I/O, structures, and unions
  • Sharpened problem-solving skills - ability to break down complex problems into smaller manageable parts
  • Ability to read and write clean and efficient C codes
  • Ability to manage navigation on command-line interface
  • Execute arrays, linked lists, stacks, queues, and trees
  • Identity and fix errors with debugging tools
  • Handle memory management by avoiding leaks and buffer overflows
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1

Introduction

  • Why the C Language?
  • The C Programming For Dummies Approach
  • How This Course Works
  • Icons Used in This Course
2

A Quick Start for the Impatient

  • What You Need to Program
  • Command Prompt Programming
  • IDE Programming
  • Your First Program
3

The Programming Thing

  • The History of Programming
  • The Programming Process
4

Anatomy of C

  • Parts of the C Language
  • Behold the Typical C Program
5

Trials and Errors

  • Display Stuff on the Screen
  • More Text Output Nonsense
6

Values and Simple Math

  • A Venue for Various Values
  • The Computer Does the Math
7

A Place to Put Stuff

  • Values That Vary
  • Variable Madness!
  • Constants Always the Same
8

Input and Output

  • Character I/O
  • Text I/O, but Mostly I
9

Decision Making

  • What If?
  • Multiple Decisions
  • Multiple Comparisons with Logic
  • The Old Switch Case Trick
  • The Weird ?: Decision Thing
10

Loops, Loops, Loops

  • A Little Déjà Vu
  • The Thrill of for Loops
  • The Joy of the while Loop
  • Loopy Stuff
11

Fun with Functions

  • Anatomy of a Function
  • Functions and Variables
  • Constants of the Global Kind
12

The Unavoidable Math Lesson

  • Math Operators from Beyond Infinity
  • Math Function Mania
  • It’s Totally Random
  • The Holy Order of Precedence
13

Give Me Arrays

  • Behold the Array
  • Multidimensional Arrays
  • Arrays and Functions
14

Fun with Text

  • Character Manipulation Functions
  • String Functions Galore
  • Fun with printf() Formatting
  • Gently Down the Stream
15

Structures, the Multivariable

  • Hello, Structure
  • Weird Structure Concepts
16

Life at the Command Prompt

  • Conjure a Terminal Window
  • Arguments for the main() Function
  • Time to Bail
17

Variable Nonsense

  • Variable Control
  • Variables, Variables Everywhere
18

Binary Mania

  • Binary Basics
  • Bit Manipulation
  • The Joy of Hex
19

Introduction to Pointers

  • The Biggest Problem with Pointers
  • Sizing Up Variable Storage
  • The Hideously Complex Topic of Pointers
20

Deep into Pointer Land

  • Pointers and Arrays
  • Strings Are Pointer-Things
  • Pointers in Functions
21

Memory Chunks and Linked Lists

  • Give Me Memory!
  • Lists That Link
22

It’s About Time

  • What Time Is It?
  • Time to Program
23

Permanent Storage Functions

  • Sequential File Access
  • Random File Access
24

File Management

  • Directory Madness
  • Fun with Files
25

Beyond Mere Mortal Projects

  • The Multi-Module Monster
  • Other Libraries to Link
26

Out, Bugs!

  • Simple Tricks to Resolve Problems
  • The Debugger
  • Improved Error Messages
27

Ten Common Boo-Boos

  • Conditional Foul-Ups
  • == v. =
  • Dangerous Loop Semicolons
  • Commas in for Loops
  • Missing break in a switch Structure
  • Missing Parentheses and Curly Brackets
  • Don’t Ignore a Warning
  • Endless Loops
  • scanf() Blunders
  • Streaming Input Restrictions
28

Ten Reminders and Suggestions

  • Maintain Good Posture
  • Use Creative Names
  • Write a Function
  • Work on Your Code a Little Bit at a Time
  • Break Apart Larger Projects into Several Modules
  • Know What a Pointer Is
  • Add Whitespace before Condensing
  • Know When if-else Becomes switch-case
  • Remember Assignment Operators
  • When You Get Stuck, Read Your Code Out Loud
A

Appendix A: ASCII Codes

B

Appendix B: Keywords

C

Appendix C: Operators

D

Appendix D: Data Types

E

Appendix E: Escape Sequences

F

Appendix F: Conversion Characters

G

Appendix G: Order of Precedence

1

A Quick Start for the Impatient

  • Building a Project and Running a File
  • Writing the Source Code
  • Displaying Current Time and Day of the Week
  • Writing Text to a File
  • Finding a Specific Record in a File
  • Separating Files from Directories
  • Creating and Renaming a File
  • Linking Two Source Code Files
  • Creating a Debugger Target Build
  • Using Debugger to Watch Variables
2

Anatomy of C

  • Displaying the Result of Multiplication of Two Numbers
3

Trials and Errors

  • Displaying a Rhyme Using the puts() Function
  • Spotting Errors in the Code
4

Values and Simple Math

  • Using Conversion Characters
  • Minding the Extra Zeros
  • Using the Multiplication Operator
  • Using the Addition Operator
5

A Place to Put Stuff

  • Working with a Variable
  • Declaring Multiple Variables
  • Using a Constant
6

Input and Output

  • Fetching Characters Using getchar()
  • Working with Character Variables
7

Decision Making

  • Making a Comparison Using the if Keyword
  • Using the Assignment Operator
  • Using the if-else Structure
  • Constructing a Meal Plan Using a Switch-Case Structure
8

Loops, Loops, Loops

  • Counting with the for Statement
  • Generating a 3-Letter Acronym
  • Using a While Loop
9

Fun with Functions

  • Using Local Variables in a Function
  • Passing a Value to a Function
  • Putting Defined Constants to Use
10

The Unavoidable Math Lesson

  • Counting Up and Down
  • Displaying Modulus Values
  • Converting from Radians to Degrees
11

Give Me Arrays

  • Finding Square of Array Elements
  • Displaying the Stock Market Closing Numbers
  • Sorting an Array Using Bubble Sort
  • Creating a Three-Dimensional Array
12

Fun with Text

  • Changing Characters
  • Displaying the First and Last Names
13

Structures, the Multivariable

  • Making an Array of Structures
  • Putting Structures Within Structures
14

Life at the Command Prompt

  • Quitting the Program
15

Variable Nonsense

  • Using Typedef to Define a Structure
16

Binary Mania

  • Displaying Binary Values
  • Using the Bitwise | Operator
  • Using the Bitwise & Operator
17

Introduction to Pointers

  • Reading a Variable Size
  • Reading an Array Size
  • Reading a Structure Size
  • Assigning Values by Using a Pointer
18

Deep into Pointer Land

  • Displaying Array's Element and their Values
  • Building an Array of Pointers
  • Using Pointers to Display a String
  • Swapping the Values of Two Integer Variables
19

Memory Chunks and Linked Lists

  • Allocating Space Using the Malloc Function
  • Traversing a Linked List

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C is one of the most common programming languages with diverse applications and endless possibilities. It's important because it serves as the ideal starting point for coding. Other programming languages like C++, Java, and Python, are influenced by C.

Yes, it is a beginner-friendly course suitable for both aspiring as well as seasoned programmers.

Learning C programming is a valuable skill as it is the basis for many other programming languages. Skilled C programmers can be employed for various jobs like system programming, game development, high-performance computing, and software engineering. It leads to high-paying job opportunities with a promising career graph.

Yes, you’ll be rewarded with a certificate after course completion.

C programming is the base of the tech world and finds significant usage in several domains. You will be able to work on the following realms with the right skills:

  • Operating systems
  • Embedded systems
  • Game development
  • System software
  • Scientific computing
  • Database systems 
  • Web development

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