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<p>while (dead_horse)</p> <p>beat ():</p> <p>If you’re like most people, the above seems like nonsense. Actually, it’s computer sense—C programming. After digesting <i>C For Dummies, 2<sup>nd</sup> Edition,</i> you’ll understand it. C programs are fast, concise and versatile. They let you boss your computer around for a change. So turn on your computer, get a free compiler and editor (the book tells you where), pull up a chair, and get going. You won’t have to go far (page 13) to find your first program example. You’ll do short, totally manageable, hands-on exercises to help you make sense of:</p> <ul> <li>All 32 keywords in the C language (that’s right—just 32 words)</li> <li>The functions—several dozen of them</li> <li>Terms like printf(), scanf(), gets (), and puts ()</li> <li>String variables, numeric variables, and constants</li> <li>Looping and implementation</li> <li>Floating-point values</li> </ul> <p>In case those terms are almost as intimidating as the idea of programming, be reassured that <i>C For Dummies</i> was written by Dan Gookin, bestselling author of <i>DOS For Dummies</i>, the book that started the whole library. So instead of using expletives and getting headac

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Author
Gookin, Dan
Publisher
For Dummies
Published
2004
Language
EN
ISBN
9780764570681
Category
reference
Subjects
Language Learning, Computer Science, Reference
Rating
3.87 / 5 (68 ratings)
Updated
2026-03-14

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