Pointers in C Programming

Gain a better understanding of pointers, from the basics of how pointers function at the machine level, to using them for a variety of common and advanced scenarios. This short contemporary guide book on pointers in C programming provides a resource for professionals and advanced students needing in-depth hands-on coverage of pointer basics and advanced features. It includes the latest versions of the C language, C20, C17, and C14. You’ll see how pointers are used to provide vital C features, such as strings, arrays, higher-order functions and polymorphic data structures. Along the way, you’ll cover how pointers can optimize a program to run faster or use less memory than it would otherwise. There are plenty of code examples in the book to emulate and adapt to meet your specific needs. **What You Will Learn** * Work effectively with pointers in your C programming * Learn how to effectively manage dynamic memory * Program with strings and arrays * Create recursive data structures * Implement function pointers **Who This Book Is For** Intermediate to advanced level professional programmers, software developers, and advanced students or researchers. Prior experience with C programming is expected.