C Programming: Getting Started - 1
Master the fundamentals of C programming with hands-on practice. Learn variables, loops, and basic programming concepts in a browser-based coding environment.
Master the fundamentals of C programming with hands-on practice. Learn variables, loops, and basic programming concepts in a browser-based coding environment.
This course cannot be purchased separately - to access the complete learning experience, graded assignments, and earn certificates, you'll need to enroll in the full C Programming with Linux Specialization program. You can audit this specific course for free to explore the content, which includes access to course materials and lectures. This allows you to learn at your own pace without any financial commitment.
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What you'll learn
Define and distinguish between hardware, software, and algorithms
Create and comment simple C programs that print text and variables
Declare and work with variables of different data types
Implement loops to repeat program instructions
Handle basic user input and perform simple computations
Skills you'll gain
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0.27 Hours PreRecorded video
5 quizzes
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There are 5 modules in this course
This comprehensive course introduces complete beginners to the C programming language. Students learn fundamental programming concepts including variables, data types, loops, and basic input/output operations. The course uses a browser-based coding environment for immediate hands-on practice without any installation required. It covers essential topics like program structure, commenting code, working with integers and decimal numbers, and user input handling. This is the first course in a seven-part specialization designed to establish strong programming foundations.
Welcome and the History of C
Module 1 · 2 Hours to complete
Printing, loops, and comments
Module 2 · 2 Hours to complete
Integers, variables and user input
Module 3 · 2 Hours to complete
Characters and doubles
Module 4 · 3 Hours to complete
Concluding the course
Module 5 · 11 Minutes to complete
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Instructors
Innovator in Autonomic Computing and Education at Telecom Paris
Rémi Sharrock is an Associate Professor at Telecom Paris, where he specializes in autonomic computing and its applications to large-scale distributed systems, including cloud computing and smart grids. With a strong emphasis on computer science education, he has developed innovative teaching methodologies, including a series of MOOCs focused on programming in C, which have garnered recognition for their effectiveness in enhancing student learning. Dr. Sharrock's research interests also encompass self-organization and self-adaptive software, contributing to advancements in how systems can autonomously manage resources and adapt to changing conditions. His commitment to integrating practical applications with theoretical knowledge makes him a significant figure in both academic and industry circles, as he continues to influence the next generation of engineers and computer scientists through his teaching and research initiatives.
Advocate for Diversity and Inclusion in Engineering Education
Dr. Petra Bonfert-Taylor is a distinguished Professor of Engineering and the Associate Dean for Diversity and Inclusion at the Thayer School of Engineering at Dartmouth College. She earned her Ph.D. in Mathematics from the Technical University of Berlin in 1996 and has since dedicated her career to both teaching and research, with a focus on complex analysis, geometric function theory, and engineering education. Before joining Dartmouth, she was a tenured professor at Wesleyan University, where she developed innovative courses such as Introduction to Complex Analysis. Dr. Bonfert-Taylor is passionate about broadening access to quality education and has received several accolades for her teaching excellence, including the Binswanger Prize for Excellence in Teaching and the NH High Tech Council Tech Teacher of the Year Award. She actively promotes pedagogical innovations that enhance learning opportunities for students from diverse backgrounds, reflecting her commitment to fostering an inclusive academic environment. Through her leadership roles and research initiatives, Dr. Bonfert-Taylor continues to make significant contributions to the advancement of engineering education and the empowerment of underrepresented groups in STEM fields.
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