This book is a lot different than most books you will encounter. C is currently the premier language for software developers. That’s because it’s widely distributed and standard. Newer languages are available, such as C++, but these are still evolving. C is still the language of choice for robust, portable programming.

This book emphasizes the skills you will need to do real-world programming. It teaches you not only the mechanics of the C language, but the entire life cycle of a C program as well (including the program’s conception, design, code, methods, debugging, release, documentation, maintenance, and revision). I've taken great pains to ensure the accuracy of this book.

Enjoy the book. Some very intelligent people have worked hard to produce something that is readable and packed with examples.