Check out the best C & C++ books

Are you a beginner in exploring C and C++? Starting with a book is a significant idea! Every technical detail will be clearly explained in books.

So, what are you waiting for? Learning these languages practically is not enough to learn a language entirely. These 10 books listed below will provide you with all the information about both the languages.

C and C++ are one of the oldest programming languages. C is the base language and the other one is the advancement of the C language. Both languages provide a path to create multiple ideas ceaselessly. When you are looking for better language between them, it entirely depends on the requirements.

Every language has its own pros and cons. C and C++ have their own constraints too. The listed books will give you a clear idea of all the topics. You need to choose the best of all the books.

Best C programme books

1. Programming Absolute Beginner’s Guide (3rd edition)

This book is written by Greg Perry. It is the best C programming book for a beginner that involves the teaching of all the basics distinctly. Practical instructions are given for developing games and mobile applications.

Let’s take a tour of the topics covered by the book, C program parts, tools used in different Operating Systems, user-side response, output generation, information storage, and using functions to make programs simple. This book aids you to learn with fun and interest. You could say learning C Programming is entertaining and easy. I would suggest this book for sure if you are a beginner.

2. C in a Nutshell: The definitive reference

This book is penned by Peter Prinz and Tony Crawford. It is an 824-long page book with explanations for proficient C programmers. GNU’s Not Unix (GNU), building programs, testing, and debugging your code is covered in this book.

The First Segment of the book includes character, points, memory management. The second half teaches the libraries used in programming and the last part is the explanation of the tools used in C programming.

This second edition book provides an introduction to IDEs and an explanation of multithreading as bonus information. It is comprehensive and easy to quickly understand concepts.

3. C Programming: A Modern Approach

K.N.King, associate professor at Georgia State University is the author of C Programming: A Modern Approach. He has published a few programming books for Java, C++. As the title suggests, approaching the basics and advanced topics are cleverly explained for both beginners and proficient programmers.

The first edition of the book was a massive hit as it helped programmers from beginner level to expert level. It remained most of the educational institution’s standard C programming book for over 10 years.

The next edition (2nd edition) was published in the year 2008, with the updated features and latest standards. The second edition has many additional projects and tasks to help students master C programming. If you are starting with the C program and want to excel in it, start with this book right now.

4. Computer fundamentals and Programming in C

Reema Thareja’s 2nd edition of Computer fundamentals and Programming in C covers computer fundamentals and Basic programming in C. The author is currently an assistant professor at the University of Delhi. The book is a 544-page long book which comprehends C programming.

Computer fundamentals and Programming in C is a complete student edition book. Topics covered are separated into two portions, Part 1 wraps up computer basics, I/O (Input-Output) devices, memory devices, number systems, application software, computer networks.

Part 2 counterbalances with the basics of C and key data structures. The book is written in a cogent manner providing case studies, exercises at the end of the chapter, key points, and some illustrations. If you are an undergraduate engineering student, willing to start your career with C programming, go for the book.

5. Learn C the hard way

“Learn C the hard way ” is a book written by Zed A. Shaw. It holds advanced C language concepts.

The book holds 52 brainstorming exercises. The codes are distinctly explained by Zed with the DVDs attached. You will gradually learn modern C programming and to spot your own errors.

To Excel in C language, the author clears out certain topics which include Basic syntax, arrays, strings, Memory allocation, libraries, stacks and queues, Operators, variables, and data types. All the information about the book sounds fun, right? Get your book and become an expert.

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