Chapter 2
Programming Basics
Before we dig into C programming specifics, let’s spend a few minutes discussing the basics of programming. Why write a computer program? How do computer programs work? We’ll answer these questions and look at all of the elements that come together to create a computer program, such as source code, a compiler, and the computer itself.
If you are already familiar with the basics of programming, please feel free to skim through this chapter and, if you feel comfortable with the material, skip on ahead to Chapter 3. The goal here is to get you familiar with the steps involved in creating a running a simple program.
Programming
Why write a computer program? There are many reasons. Some programs are written in direct ...
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