Programming in c

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1. 
   The specification of the sequence of computational steps in a particular programming language is termed as a program
   
2. 
   The task of developing programs is called programming
   
3. 
   The person engaged in programming activity is called programmer
   

Here a rough outline of a general problem solving approach.

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   Write out the problem statement include information on what you are to solve & consider why you need to solve the problem
   
2. 
   Make sure you are solving the real problem as opposed to the perceived problem. To check to see that you define & solve the real problem
   
3. 
   Draw & label a sketch. Define & name all variables and /or symbols. Show numerical values of variables, if known.
   
4. 
   Identify & Name
   
   1. 
      relevant principles, theories & equations
      
   2. 
      system & subsystems
      
   3. 
      dependent & independent variables
      
   4. 
      known & unknowns
      
   5. 
      inputs & outputs
      
   6. 
      necessary information
      
5. 
   List assumptions and approximations involved in solving the problem. Question the assumptions and then state which ones are the most reasonable for your purposes.
   
6. 
   Check to see if the problem is either under-specified, figure out how to find the missing information. If over-specified, identify the extra information that is not needed.
   
7. 
   Relate problem to similar problem or experience
   
8. 
   Use an algorithm
   
9. 
   Evaluate and examine and evaluate the answer to see it makes sense.
   

Introduction to C Programming

C’s ability to communicate directly with hardware makes it a powerful choice for system programmers. In fact, popular operating systems such as Unix and Linux are written entirely in C. Additionally, even compilers and interpreters for other languages such as FORTRAN, Pascal, and BASIC are written in C. However, C’s scope is not just limited to developing system programs. It is also used to develop any kind of application, including complex business ones. The following is a partial list of areas where C language is used: 

Ø       Embedded Systems

Ø       Systems Programming

Ø       Artificial Intelligence

Ø       Industrial Automation

Ø       Computer Graphics

Ø       Space Research