C Programming for the Absolute Beginner, 2nd Edition
'C Programming for the Absolute Beginner, 2nd Edition' by Michael A. Vine provides a gentle, project-driven introduction to software development using the C language. Designed specifically for individuals with no prior coding experience, this volume demystifies programming syntax through practical, game-oriented coding examples.
Readers learn the fundamentals of variables, branching logic, loops, modular functions, array processing, and pointer manipulation. By building interactive console applications and simple games, learners gain hands-on confidence with memory addressing, string manipulation, and persistent file storage.
A perfect starting point for self-taught developers, high school and college students, and anyone eager to grasp core programming logic from the ground up.
Readers learn the fundamentals of variables, branching logic, loops, modular functions, array processing, and pointer manipulation. By building interactive console applications and simple games, learners gain hands-on confidence with memory addressing, string manipulation, and persistent file storage.
A perfect starting point for self-taught developers, high school and college students, and anyone eager to grasp core programming logic from the ground up.
Contents at a Glance
Chapter 1: Getting Started with C and Development Environments
Chapter 2: Primary Data Types, Constants, and Variables
Chapter 3: Branching and Relational Decision Making
Chapter 4: Controlling Flow with While and For Loops
Chapter 5: Modular Code with Custom Functions
Chapter 6: Working with Single and Multidimensional Arrays
Chapter 7: Pointers: Addressing and Dereferencing Memory
Chapter 8: String Processing and Text Manipulation
Chapter 9: Data Organization with Structures and Unions
Chapter 10: File System Navigation and Persistent Storage
Chapter 11: Dynamic Memory Management and the Heap
Chapter 12: Building a Complete Console Game Application
Index & Further Reading
Chapter 1: Getting Started with C and Development Environments
Chapter 2: Primary Data Types, Constants, and Variables
Chapter 3: Branching and Relational Decision Making
Chapter 4: Controlling Flow with While and For Loops
Chapter 5: Modular Code with Custom Functions
Chapter 6: Working with Single and Multidimensional Arrays
Chapter 7: Pointers: Addressing and Dereferencing Memory
Chapter 8: String Processing and Text Manipulation
Chapter 9: Data Organization with Structures and Unions
Chapter 10: File System Navigation and Persistent Storage
Chapter 11: Dynamic Memory Management and the Heap
Chapter 12: Building a Complete Console Game Application
Index & Further Reading
