C Programming In Easy Steps

C programming in easy steps instructs the reader how to program in c both on unix-based platforms, such as linux, and on windows platforms. Linux users should already have the gnu c compiler on their system but the book explains how to download and install the gnu c compiler for windows users. It contains separate chapters on each major feature of the c language, with examples, and a reference section describing the standard c header class functions. By the end of the book the reader will have gained a sound understanding of the c language and be able to write their own c programs and compile them into executable files that can be run on any compatible pc. About the author: mike mcgrath lives in north-west england, close to manchester, with his wife, linda, and their two sons, andrew and david. Mike gained his extensive knowledge of computer languages while working as a developer contracting to companies around the world. His interests include coins of ancient greece, camping trips and dining-out. Table of contents: ?introducing c ?storing data ?setting constant values ?performing operations ?making statements ?using functions ?working with bits ?pointing to data ?manipulating strings ?building structures ?reading & writing files ?inserting functions special features: ?programmers moving from another programming language ?student who is studying c programming at school or college ?those seeking career in computing who need a fundamental understanding of procedural programming