In the new world we live in, coding is a universally valuable skill, whether you're a scientist, artist, or a humanist. Algorithms are everywhere, and we all have to understand how they work. The C language is particularly well suited as an introduction to coding: It's a tried-and-true language, and it allows you to understand computing processes at a deep level. You will also get an introduction to more advanced programming in C++ in the final module.
C for Everyone: Structured Programming
C for Everyone: Structured Programming
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Apply concepts using command line arguments.
Use simple C++ constructs.
Use assets to debug code.
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Difficult but teaches you what you need to know. It took me a month to complete one of the assignments but it takes hard work to learn.
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Its good course but there is 1 problem. There are too many plagiators just cheating through this course. I got probably 1 proper assignment out of 5. Rest was copy-paste from internet.
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you need little bit of background of language C or you will be confused, course is great and great teacher.
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