Chapter 3
Anatomy of C
IN THIS CHAPTER
Reviewing parts of the C language
Understanding keywords and functions
Exploring operators, variables, and values
Learning to comment
Building a basic C language skeleton
Printing a math problem
All programming languages consist of instructions that tell a computer or another electronic device what to do. Though basic programming concepts remain the same, each language is different, created to fulfill a specific need or to frustrate a new crop of college freshmen. The C language meets both of those qualifications, being flexible and intimidating. To begin a relationship with C in a friendly, positive way, get to know the language and how it works.
You’ll probably want to reread this chapter after you venture deep into Part 2 of this book.
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