C For Yourself : Learning C Using Experiments

Richard P. Halpern

ISBN 10: 0195108418 / ISBN 13: 9780195108415

Published by Oxford University Press Inc Jan 1997, 1997

About this Item

Neuware - It is often said that C is a dream for professionals, but a nightmare for beginners. This elementary level text on C targets first-time programmers as it has been expressly designed so that beginners can avoid those nightmares. Using clear, down to earth language, the book presents a carefully chose subset of C powerful enough for solving non-trivial programming problems, yet simple enough so that a novice can steer clear of the pitfalls. Unique to this book areseveral dozen experiments that elucidate various ideas, and encourage the reader to explore further (and realize that by experimenting, one can answer many questions on one's own).

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: C For Yourself : Learning C Using Experiments
• Publisher: Oxford University Press Inc Jan 1997
• Publication Date: 1997
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0195108418
• ISBN 13: 9780195108415
• Binding: Taschenbuch
• Condition: Neu
• Weight: 430 grams

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Synopsis

This innovative text provides beginning programmers with a concise, accessible introduction to the world of C. Assuming no prior programming experience, the author presents a carefully chosen subset of C powerful enough for solving non-trivial programming problems, yet simple enough so that a novice can steer clear of the pitfalls. Unsurpassed in motivating students' critical thinking and active learning, C For Yourself features computer experiments which serve to clarify presented concepts and to guide readers into making discoveries on their own. Readers are directed in learning many of the subtleties and intricacies of C through hands-on examples. Each section contains interesting pencil and paper exercises to reinforce new knowledge, and programming problems further enlighten students. Chapters cover all the basics of this increasingly important subject, from pointers and arrays to structures, files, and recursion. The author's clear and highly accessible writing style make this text ideal for beginning students and novice programming enthusiasts. A comprehensive instructor's manual including problem solutions and transparency masters also accompanies the text.

About the Author

Richard Halpern is at State University of New York at New Paltz.