C Programming on Linux: Build, Compile & Apply
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What you'll learn
Compile and execute C programs using GCC on Linux.
Apply loops, functions, and recursion in C.
Use pointers, variadic functions, and CLI arguments.
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There are 5 modules in this course
By the end of this course, learners will be able to set up a C environment on Linux, compile programs using GCC, apply operators and control structures, implement loops, design functions and recursion, manipulate pointers, and develop advanced applications using variadic functions and command-line arguments.
This comprehensive course takes you step-by-step from the basics of writing your first C program on Linux to mastering advanced programming concepts. You’ll gain hands-on practice with the GCC compiler, explore variables, operators, and flow control, and deepen your skills with practical looping and function-based case studies. As you progress, you’ll learn how to apply recursion, harness the power of pointers, and extend your programs with variadic functions and command-line arguments. What makes this course unique is its Linux-centric approach, providing learners with a real-world environment where C programming truly shines — from system-level operations to efficient program execution. Whether you are a beginner or refreshing your knowledge, this course equips you with practical, industry-relevant skills to confidently apply C in software development, system programming, and academic projects.
This module introduces learners to C programming in the Linux environment. Students explore the GCC compiler, the compilation process, and the fundamental steps needed to write, compile, and run their first C program.
What's included
15 videos4 assignments
15 videos•Total 115 minutes
- Introduction to C on Linux•10 minutes
- Commands to Check Whether Gcc Installed or Not•9 minutes
- Commands to Install Gcc on Linux•10 minutes
- Gcc Architecture Overview•5 minutes
- First C Program•8 minutes
- Compile C program on Linux•5 minutes
- Gcc Compiler With -C Option•5 minutes
- Gcc Various Options•7 minutes
- Gcc Various Options Practical•6 minutes
- Various Stages of Compilation•7 minutes
- Various Stages of Compilation Practical•6 minutes
- Development Stages of Program •5 minutes
- Types of Variables Theory•11 minutes
- Variable Declaration Definition and Printing Values•11 minutes
- Variable Declaration Definition and Printing Values Practical•11 minutes
4 assignments•Total 60 minutes
- Setting the Stage•10 minutes
- Compiling Basics•10 minutes
- Understanding Compilation Flow•10 minutes
- Graded - Getting Started with C on Linux•30 minutes
This module covers the foundations of working with variables, operators, and decision-making constructs in C. Learners gain practical skills in writing conditional and branching logic for real-world programs.
What's included
15 videos4 assignments
15 videos•Total 126 minutes
- Arithmetic Operators in C•10 minutes
- Arithmetic Operators in C Practical•8 minutes
- Operators•7 minutes
- Operators Available and Conclusion•10 minutes
- Control Loops in C Introduction•1 minute
- Go to Loop Theory•9 minutes
- If Else Loop Theory•9 minutes
- If Else Loop Hindson•11 minutes
- If Else Loop Hindson continue•5 minutes
- Go to Loop Hindson•9 minutes
- Difference Between Break•10 minutes
- Switch Control Statement•11 minutes
- Break Continue Switch Hindson•9 minutes
- Break Continue Switch Hindson Continue•10 minutes
- Switch Versus If Else Ladder•7 minutes
4 assignments•Total 60 minutes
- Working with Variables•10 minutes
- Conditional Statements•10 minutes
- Advanced Flow Control•10 minutes
- Graded - Mastering Variables and Operators•30 minutes
This module provides in-depth coverage of looping constructs in C, including while, do-while, and for loops. Learners practice creating nested loops, case studies, and handling special looping scenarios.
What's included
15 videos4 assignments
15 videos•Total 136 minutes
- Case Study On Loops And Condition Statements•5 minutes
- While Loop Theory•10 minutes
- Calculation of Simple Interest for 3 Step•10 minutes
- While Loop Hindson•12 minutes
- Do While Hindson Theory•9 minutes
- Do While Hindson Practical•6 minutes
- For Loop Theory•8 minutes
- For Loop Practical•10 minutes
- For Loop Hindson•12 minutes
- For Loop Hindson Practical•10 minutes
- Various Concepts of Infinite Loop•10 minutes
- Nested Loops•11 minutes
- Introduction to Function•7 minutes
- User Defined Function•8 minutes
- Function Definition•10 minutes
4 assignments•Total 60 minutes
- Looping Foundations•10 minutes
- Practical Looping•10 minutes
- Special Looping Scenarios•10 minutes
- Graded - Exploring Loops and Iterations•30 minutes
This module explores the concept of functions in C, covering declarations, definitions, recursion, and function categories. Learners also gain practical knowledge of pointers and their integration with functions.
What's included
15 videos4 assignments
15 videos•Total 135 minutes
- Function Declaration•10 minutes
- Functions with no Parameters no Arguments•9 minutes
- Functions with no Return Parameters But has Arguments•9 minutes
- Functions with Return Parameters But has no Arguments•9 minutes
- Functions With Return Parameters and has Arguments•9 minutes
- Case Study of Calculator Using All Four Types of Functions•5 minutes
- Case Study of Calculator Using All Four Types of Functions Continue•9 minutes
- Main Function Execution•9 minutes
- Recursive Function Concepts•9 minutes
- Calling Function and Called Function•9 minutes
- Pointer Introduction•11 minutes
- Address Operator•8 minutes
- Pointer Variable Declaration•9 minutes
- Indirection Operator•10 minutes
- Pointer Arithmetic•11 minutes
4 assignments•Total 60 minutes
- Functions Essentials•10 minutes
- Functions in Action•10 minutes
- Diving into Pointers•10 minutes
- Graded - Functions in Depth•30 minutes
This module introduces advanced C programming concepts including pointer arithmetic, void and volatile pointers, variadic functions, and command-line arguments. Learners gain skills to handle flexible input and advanced memory management.
What's included
13 videos4 assignments
13 videos•Total 74 minutes
- Double Deference•6 minutes
- Void Pointer•7 minutes
- Volatile Pointers•7 minutes
- Introduction of Variables Arguments Function•1 minute
- Variadic Functions Declaration Syntax•10 minutes
- VF Unnamed Arguments AM•7 minutes
- More on Unnamed Arguments AM•7 minutes
- Command Line Arguments•3 minutes
- Introduction of Variables Arguments Function•1 minute
- Variadic Functions Declaration Syntax•10 minutes
- VF Unnamed Arguments AM•7 minutes
- More on Unnamed Arguments AM•7 minutes
- Command Line Arguments•3 minutes
4 assignments•Total 60 minutes
- Pointer Mastery•10 minutes
- Variadic Functions Explained•10 minutes
- Beyond Basics•10 minutes
- Graded - Advanced Programming Concepts•30 minutes
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