Programming Foundations with C
Strong Basics for Embedded Systems
Course Objective
To build a strong foundation in C programming, specifically focused on its applications within embedded systems.
Core C Skills
Master fundamental C programming concepts.
Embedded Focus
Apply C directly to embedded system challenges.
Foundational Knowledge
Prepare for advanced embedded systems courses.
What You Will Learn
Embedded C vs Standard C
Differentiate between standard C and its embedded counterpart, focusing on specific constraints and optimizations.
Variables, Data Types, Operators, Expressions
Grasp the fundamental building blocks of C, crucial for constructing any program logic.
Decision Making & Loop Control
Control program flow with `if`, `for`, `while`, and `switch` statements, essential for embedded logic.
Functions & Recursion, Scope, Storage Classes
Structure your code effectively and understand variable lifetime and visibility.
Arrays, Strings, Structures, Unions
Efficiently manage collections of data and create custom data types.
Pointers: Function Pointers, Arrays of Pointers
Gain deep control over memory with advanced pointer concepts, vital for embedded programming.
Bit Manipulation Techniques
Manipulate data at the bit level, critical for interacting with hardware registers.
File Handling Basics (for simulation)
Learn fundamental file operations, useful for data logging and simulation in development.
Memory Management (static vs dynamic)
Understand how to efficiently allocate and deallocate memory in resource-constrained embedded systems.
Code Debugging & Optimization
Develop essential skills to find and fix errors, and optimize your C code for performance and size.