C Programming

Learn C programming from the fundamentals to advanced concepts through clear explanations, practical programs, problem-solving exercises, and hands-on examples. Build a strong foundation in programming logic, memory management, data structures, and system-level programming concepts.

17Chapters

9Notes

Programming FundamentalsVU1st SemesterBCA

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Curriculum

17 chapters

Introduction to C Programming

History, features, applications, and why C is important

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1. What is C Programming?

C is a powerful, general-purpose programming language developed in 1972. Learn its origins, why it was created, and why it remains one of the most important languages ever written.

5 min read

2. Features of C Programming

Explore the core characteristics that make C a powerful and enduring language, from its speed and portability to its rich set of built-in operators.

4 min read

3. Applications of C Programming

Discover the real-world applications of C. From operating systems to 3D game engines, see how C powers the modern digital world.

3 min read

C Programming Environment

Compilers, IDEs, GCC, compilation and execution

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The C Compilation Process

Understand the four critical stages of compiling a C program: Preprocessing, Compiling, Assembling, and Linking. See exactly what happens under the hood when you hit the run button.

4 min read

Variables & Data Types

Keywords, identifiers, constants, variables, and data types

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1. Variables and Data Types in C

Understand how C stores data in memory using variables, and explore all fundamental data types — int, float, char, double — along with type modifiers and the sizeof operator.

7 min read

Input, Output & Format Specifiers

printf(), scanf(), characters, strings, and formatting

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1. Output in C — printf() and Format Specifiers

Master the printf() function and learn how to display integers, floats, characters, and strings. Understand format specifiers and escape sequences with practical examples.

Operators & Expressions

Arithmetic, relational, logical, bitwise, precedence, and associativity

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Arithmetic, Relational, and Logical Operators in C

Explore the core operator types in C: Arithmetic (+, -, *, /, %), Relational (==, !=, >, <), Logical (&&, ||, !), and Increment/Decrement (++a, a++).