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Programming in C, Third Edition is a revised edition of a classic programming title. Author Stephen Kochan's style and thorough explanations have earned him a place among the most respected of computer book authors. Although the C programming language hasn't undergone any major changes, it's enjoying new life among game programmers and small device programmers, where its simple elegance makes it the ideal choice for small fast programs. Large game developers, such as Nintendo, use C almost exclusively. This edition combines the time-tested instructional style of Stephen Kochan with updated and relevant examples.

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Programming in C is by far the best C resource I have used. In writing a great amount of code for my Senior Design I used the book almost daily. The examples are effective in explaining everything from if statements to pointers to functions. I highly recommend this book to others.

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This is the best introduction to C I have ever found. In fact it's the best introduction to programming as a way of thinking that I have found. If you are interested in learning C or (like me) wanted to refresh on the language this is just great. I've never seen a better handling of 'Pointers for Beginners' anywhere. Kochan's Objective-C book has the best intro to OOP I've read. This is someone who knows how to write and write well. This is just great writing and worth every penny.

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COVERS MANY TOPICS BUT DOES NOT GO INTO DEPTH ON THEM. USEFUL INFO ALTHOUGH

Best in Class

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I finally feel that I've actually learned and internalized C, after having less than positive experiences with many other C books. I absolutely feel like I really know and can use C now; It's finally "clicked". This book teaches by example, builds upon previous learnings, and won't waste your time on esoteric or irrelevant details that you can simply reference later if and when needed. This educational approach is absolutely effective and is very refreshing. I really love this book. If you read it, and do the exercises, this is the only book you'll ever need for learning C.

Good book, but no answers to exercises available!

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I was required to purchase this as a textbook for college. As I have no programming experience, I really wish I had a way to check my answers to the exercises. Unfortunately, the link provided in the textbook does not work. The author has not answered my email. There is also no working link for errata. Don't buy it if you don't need to because it's useless without a working link for errata and answers to exercises. Hopefully that will change someday soon, but until it does, I can't recommend this book to anyone who is learning C.