Chapter 2: Programming In C
Overview: Chapter 2, “Programming In C,” is an essential part of the 10th Class Computer Science curriculum. This chapter introduces students to the basics of the C programming language, one of the most widely used programming languages in the world. It covers fundamental concepts and provides a practical approach to learning programming through hands-on examples and exercises.
Key Topics:
- Introduction to C Language:
- Overview of the C programming language and its applications.
- Understanding the structure of a C program, including headers, main function, and body.
- Basic Syntax and Data Types:
- Learning the syntax rules of C, including keywords, identifiers, and symbols.
- Introduction to basic data types in C such as int, float, char, and void.
- Variables and Constants:
- Declaration and initialization of variables.
- The use of constants and the
const
keyword in defining fixed values.
- Operators and Expressions:
- Arithmetic, relational, logical, and assignment operators.
- Formation and evaluation of expressions, precedence, and associativity of operators.
- Control Structures:
- Decision-making structures like if, if-else, and switch statements.
- Looping structures including for, while, and do-while loops.
- Functions:
- Definition and usage of functions in C.
- Passing arguments to functions and returning values.
- Understanding scope and lifetime of variables in functions.
- Input and Output Handling:
- Using
printf()
andscanf()
for output and input operations. - Basics of file handling, including reading from and writing to files.
- Using
Learning Outcomes: By the end of this chapter, students should be able to:
- Understand and apply the fundamental concepts of C programming.
- Write simple C programs involving variables, control structures, and functions.
- Perform basic input and output operations, including handling user input and displaying results.
- Develop a strong foundation in programming logic and problem-solving using C.
This chapter serves as a stepping stone for students to explore more advanced topics in programming and software development.