C INTRO PRACTICE

  1. History and Features of C Programming:

    • Research and write a brief summary of the history of the C programming language, highlighting its origins and evolution.
    • List at least five key features of C programming that make it popular and widely used.
  2. Why Learn C Programming:

    • Write a short paragraph explaining why learning C programming is valuable, especially for beginners in programming.
    • Identify the target audience for learning C programming and provide reasons for their interest in this language.
    • List three prerequisites that someone should have before starting to learn C programming.
  3. Setting Up the C Development Environment:

    • Research and provide step-by-step instructions to set up a C development environment on Windows, macOS, or Linux.
    • Explain the purpose and role of compilers and integrated development environments (IDEs) in the C development process.
  4. Understanding Programs and Writing the First C Program:

    • Write a simple C program that prints "Hello, World!" to the console.
    • Break down the structure of the C program into its components, such as #include, main(), and printf().
    • Explain the significance of the semicolon at the end of a statement in C.
  5. Code Compilation and Execution Process:

    • Describe the steps involved in the code compilation process, starting from source code to generating an executable file.
    • Discuss the role of the preprocessor, compiler, and linker in turning C code into a running program.
    • Illustrate each step with a diagram or flowchart.
  6. Receiving Input:

    • Write a C program that takes user input for their name and age, then displays a personalized message.
    • Explain how the scanf() function can be used to receive input from the user and assign it to variables.
    • Discuss potential issues and best practices when using scanf() for user input.