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The third edition of this classic text from thebest-selling authors Al Kelley and Ira Pohl offers acomprehensive tutorial and reference to C based on the ANSIC Standard. A Book on C is perfect for studentslearning C or for programmers working in industry who needa clearly-written resource on the language. The authorsdemonstrate the C language with numerous examples andextensive exercises that guide readers through eachconcept. Step-by-step "dissections" of program code revealthe underlying logic of the programs and include in-depthimplementation details. This new edition also follows thetrend toward C++ and object-oriented methodologies bybuilding transitions to these paradigms within the coverageof C programming.

  • Includes new programming examples and "dissections," the authors' trademark technique for illustrating and teaching language concepts.
  • Incorporates a new emphasis on Abstract Data Types, building the foundation for understanding objects.
  • Offers a new organization which facilitates the use of C to learn C++ and object-oriented techniques.
  • Includes a new chapter on C++ that prepares the reader for the transition to C++ and the important concepts of object-oriented programming.
  • Offers a complete tutorial and reference to all C language features.
  • References key programming functions and C features in convenient tables.
  • Follows the latest ANSI C style.

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  • Copyright 1995
  • Edition: 3rd
  • Book
  • ISBN-10: 0-8053-1677-9
  • ISBN-13: 978-0-8053-1677-3

A fourth edition of A Book on C is now available.

The third edition of this classic text from the best-selling authors Al Kelley and Ira Pohl offers a comprehensive tutorial and reference to C based on the ANSI C Standard. A Book on C is perfect for students learning C or for programmers working in industry who need a clearly-written resource on the language. The authors demonstrate the C language with numerous examples and extensive exercises that guide readers through each concept. Step-by-step "dissections" of program code reveal the underlying logic of the programs and include in-depth implementation details. This new edition also follows the trend toward C++ and object-oriented methodologies by building transitions to these paradigms within the coverage of C programming.

Features
  • Includes new Programming examples and "dissections," the authors' trademark technique for illustrating and teaching language concepts.
  • Incorporates a new emphasis on Abstract Data Types, building the foundation for understanding objects.
  • Offers a new organization which facilitates the use of C to learn C++ and object-oriented techniques.
  • Includes a new chapter on C++ that prepares the reader for the transition to C++ and the important concepts of object-oriented programming.
  • Offers a complete tutorial and reference to all C Language features.
  • References key programmin functions and C features in convenient tables.
  • Follows the latest ANSI C style.


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