September 2017
Beginner to intermediate
290 pages
6h 58m
English
Overview
Mastering Assembly Programming guides the reader through learning the foundational and advanced concepts of Assembly language programming, focusing on the Intel processor architecture. From setting up the development environment on major operating systems to exploring deep aspects of CPU workings, this book provides a comprehensive approach to mastering low-level programming.
What this Book will help me do
- Gain a working knowledge of essential instruction sets and assembly structures.
- Understand binary operations and their application in real-world assembly scenarios.
- Bridge assembly language with higher-level programming through effective linking techniques.
- Explore detailed CPU internals for optimized application development.
- Learn how to create and apply useful patches to enhance or fix existing programs.
Author(s)
Alexey Lyashko is a seasoned software developer with expertise in low-level programming and extensive knowledge of CPU architecture and operating systems. With years of hands-on experience in Assembly programming for Intel platforms, Alexey brings practical techniques and a detailed-oriented approach to teaching complex technical topics. His writing is tailored to engage and educate developers at all levels.
Who is it for?
This book is ideal for software developers and programmers experienced in high-level languages like C or C++ who are looking to deepen their understanding of how computers work at a fundamental level. It's particularly suited to developers interested in writing efficient low-level code or enhancing their competency in performance-critical applications. Each reader is guided systematically, making this book approachable for those newer to assembly while rich in content for experienced individuals.
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