Overview

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As the lingua franca of programming and computer systems, C is an essential language for programmers who want to work on software, websites and more. Often, programmers will also need C to debug or enhance projects.
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In the Programming in C zyBook, you will learn all essential concepts of coding based on the C99 language standard. All introduced features are also compatible with C11, allowing greater flexibility when completing projects.
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What is a zyBook?
In short, zyBooks are interactive, digital textbooks.
By incorporating available technology, zyBooks make learning fun, interactive and engaging – all while drastically reducing the time spent on learning theoretical concepts.
What is a zyLab?
zyLabs are online lab environments that are integrated into their respective zyBooks.
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Through zyLabs, you can practice your new skills and obtain immediate feedback and grades. No additional downloading of software required.
Course Details
The Programming in C zyBook introduces and cements essential programming concepts with minimal text, maximum interactivity.
ZYBOOKS
Module 1: How to use a zyBook
1.1 Basics
Module 2: Introduction to C
2.1 Programming (general)
Module 3: Variables and Expressions
3.1 Variables and assignments (general)
Module 4: Branches
4.1 If-else
Module 7: User-Defined Functions
7.1 User-defined function basics
Module 6: Arrays
6.1 Array concept (general)
Module 5: Loops
5.1 Loops (general)
Module 11: Recursion
11.1 Recursion: Introduction
Module 10: Input / Output
10.1 The stdout and stdin file pointers
Module 9: Pointers
9.1 Why pointers: Pass by pointer example
Module 8: Structs
8.1 Grouping data: struct
Module 13: Additional Material
13.1 Do-while loops
Module 12: Searching and Sorting Algorithms
12.1 Searching and algorithms
ZYLABS
Module 2: Introduction to C
2.1 Basics
Module 3: Variables and Expressions
3.1 Divide by x
Module 4: Branches
4.1 Remove gray from RGB
Module 5: Loops
5.1 Convert to binary
Module 6: Arrays
6.1 Output numbers in reverse
Module 7: User-Defined Functions
7.1 Miles to track laps
Module 8: Structs
8.1 Warm up: Online shopping cart (Part 1)
Module 9: Pointers
9.1 Warm up: Contacts
Module 10: Input / Output
10.1 Warm up: Parsing strings
Pricing
Each purchase comes with...
Practice questions
Highly effective reading materials
1 year access
Interactive figures & tables
Online lab environment (zyLabs)
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PAYMENT
Will my course fee be subsidised?
No.
CURRICULUM
I have no prior experience. Will I be able to understand the content taught in the zyBooks?
Yes. Unless otherwise specified, all zyBooks are beginner-friendly.
How much time do I have to spend to complete the course?
It depends on your learning style and speed. We estimate taking about 48 hours to read through the material and complete the interactive quizzes at regular speed.
Is there a certification examination?
No.
ZYBOOKS
What is a zyBook?
zyBooks are like interactive, digital textbooks.
Why should I buy a zyBook instead of a regular textbook?
zyBooks comprise the same content as a textbook but with minimal text and maximum interactivity.
Do all the zyBooks you offer come with zyLabs (the interactive lab environment)?
No. If zyLabs are included, it will be specified in the course page.
What is a zyLab?
zyLabs are online lab environments that are integrated into their respective zyBooks.