{"product_id":"9781430248828","title":"Beginning C, 5th Edition","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eBeginning C, 5th Edition\u003c\/em\u003e teaches you how to program using the widely-available C language. You'll begin from first-principles and progress through step-by-step examples to become a competent, C-language programmer. All you need are this book and any of the widely available free or commercial C or C++ compilers, and you'll soon be writing real C programs. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eC is a foundational language that every programmer ought to know. C is the basis for C# used in Microsoft .NET programming. It is the basis for Objective-C used in programming for the iPhone, the iPad, and other Apple devices. It is the basis for the C++ that is widely used in a great many contexts, including the GNU Project. It underlies the Linux operating system and many of its utilities. Learning C provides a strong foundation for any programming care, and will even help you better understand more modern languages such as Java. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eBeginning C\u003c\/em\u003e is written by renowned author Ivor Horton. The book increases your programming expertise by guiding you through the development of fully working C applications that use what you've learned in a practical context. You’ll also be able to strike out on your own by trying the exercises included at the end of each chapter. At the end of the book you'll be confident in your skills with all facets of the widely-used and powerful C language.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe only beginning-level book to cover the latest ANSI standard in C \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRevised to cover C99 features newly-supported by language compilers \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEmphasizes writing code after the first chapter \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes substantial examples relevant to intermediate users \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003eWhat you’ll learn\u003cul\u003e  \u003cli\u003eMake use of all core language features such as for loops and branching \u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003eDynamically manage memory using pointers and indirection \u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003eModularize your code through controlling scope and creating functions \u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003eMove data in and out of your program via keyboard, display monitor, and data files \u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003eHave the computer write your code for you via preprocesser directives \u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003eProperly type your data and create structures to manage it efficiently \u003c\/li\u003e  \u003c\/ul\u003e  Who this book is for      \u003cp\u003e     \u003cem\u003eBeginning C, 5th Edition\u003c\/em\u003e is aimed at programmers aspiring to work with C and C-like languages on platforms ranging from mobile devices such as phones and tablets to desktop environments to server hardware. The book is also helpful to programmers working in the field of embedded software, such as that used to control microwaves, toasters, and other home appliances. Any programmer seeking mastery of possibly the most fundational language in existence will find in \u003cem\u003eBeginning C\u003c\/em\u003e an excellent, sound, standards-based introduction that will serve them well in their career.         \u003c\/p\u003e     Table of Contents\u003col\u003e  \u003cli\u003eProgramming in C \u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003eFirst Steps in Programming \u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003eMaking Decisions \u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003eLoops \u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003eArrays \u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003eApplications with Strings and Text \u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003ePointers \u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003eStructuring Your Programs \u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003eMore on Functions \u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003eEssential Input and Output Operations \u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003eStructuring Data \u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003eWorking with Files \u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003eSupporting Facilities \u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003eAdvanced and Specialized Topics \u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003eA. Computer Arithmetic \u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003eB. ASCII Character Code Definitions \u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003eC. Reserved Words in C \u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003eD. Input and Output Format Specifications \u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003eE. Standard Library Headers \u003c\/li\u003e  \u003c\/ol\u003e","brand":"Apress","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47165194961136,"sku":"9781430248828","price":41.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0737\/7593\/9824\/files\/9781430248828_p0.jpg?v=1763749871","url":"https:\/\/shop-qa.barnesandnoble.com\/products\/9781430248828","provider":"Barnes \u0026 Noble (DEV)","version":"1.0","type":"link"}