C Programming: Pointers and Memory Management - 4
In this course, we will examine a key concept, foundational to any programming language: the usage of memory. This course builds upon the basic concept of pointers, discussed in C Programming: Modular Programming and Memory Management, and introduces the more advanced usage of pointers and pointer arithmetic. Arrays of pointers and multidimensional arrays are addressed, and you will learn how to allocate memory for your own data during program execution.
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- Level Foundation
- Duration 7 hours
- Course by Dartmouth College
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In this course, we will examine a key concept, foundational to any programming language: the usage of memory. This course builds upon the basic concept of pointers, discussed in C Programming: Modular Programming and Memory Management, and introduces the more advanced usage of pointers and pointer arithmetic. Arrays of pointers and multidimensional arrays are addressed, and you will learn how to allocate memory for your own data during program execution. This is called dynamic memory allocation at runtime using pointers. Within moments you will be coding hands-on in a browser tool developed for this course, receiving instant feedback on your code. No need to install anything! Why learn C and not another programming language? Did you know that smartphones, your car’s navigation system, robots, drones, trains, and almost all electronic devices have some C-code running under the hood? C is used in any circumstance where speed and flexibility are important, such as in embedded systems or high-performance computing. In this course, you will also gain experience with programming concepts that are foundational to any programming language. At the end of this course, you will reach the fourth milestone in the C Programming with Linux Specialization, unlocking the door to a career in computer engineering. Your job Outlook: - Programmers, developers, engineers, managers, and related industries within scientific computing and data science; - Embedded systems such as transportation, utility networks, and aerospace; - Robotics industry and manufacturing; - IoT (Internet of Things) used in smart homes, automation, and wearables. - IEEE, the world’s largest technical professional organization for the advancement of technology, ranks C as third of the top programming languages of 2021 in demand by employers. (Source: IEEE Spectrum) This course has received financial support from the Patrick & Lina Drahi Foundation.Modules
Welcome
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- Let's get started
About this course
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Assignment
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- Are you ready to start?
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- Course syllabus
- Two universities teamed up to offer a new specialization in C Programming with Linux
- The course team
- Collaborative MOOC
- Earn a Specialization from Dartmouth and IMT
- Get the most out of this course
We want to know more about you
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Discussion
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- Introduce yourself
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- Pre-course survey
Learning about the tools
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ExternalTool
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External Tool
- Syntax highlighting in Codecast
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- Get to work with Codecast
- Learn about Taskgrader
- How to navigate the third party tool?
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- Learn how to use Codecast and Taskgrader
- Codecast Sandbox
Interacting on the discussion forum
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Discussion
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Discussions
- Learn how to post code on the Coursera forum
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- Learn how to post code on the Coursera forum
Technical, general, organisational and other questions
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Discussion
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- Technical, general, organisational and other questions
Defining and dereferencing pointers
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- Define and dereference pointers
Using pointers with functions
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- Use pointers with functions
Working with pointer arithmetic
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- Work with pointer arithmetic
Passing arrays to functions
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- Pass arrays to functions
Reflect on your learning progress
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Assignment
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- Self-assess your learning in Memory and pointers
Working with arrays and pointers
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- Work with arrays and pointers
Storing and manipulating strings in arrays
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- Store and manipulate strings in arrays
Reflect on your learning progress
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- Self-assess your learning in Multidimensional arrays
Allocating memory at runtime
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ExternalTool
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- Allocate memory at runtime
Freeing dynamically allocated memory
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- Free dynamically allocated memory
Storing and addressing arrays in dynamically allocated memory
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- Store and address arrays in dynamically allocated memory
Reflect on your learning progress
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Assignment
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- Self-assess your learning in Dynamic memory allocation
Let's continue coding
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- Closing MOOC 4 - C Programming: Pointers and Memory Management
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- Congratulations
We value your feedback
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- End of course survey
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Unlock the power of C programming with a focus on pointers and memory management. This foundational course dives into advanced pointer usage, dynamic memory allocation, and multidimensional arrays. Perfect for those in IT, computer science, and related fields, it offers hands-on coding practice with instant feedback through a browser-based tool. Taught by expert instructors, this 420-minute course is ideal for programmers, developers, and engineers looking to enhance their skills in embedded systems, robotics, and IoT. Join Coursera’s C Programming with Linux Specialization and advance your career in computer engineering.
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