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Learn C: Introduction

Learn about the basics of the C programming language, and write your first C program!

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About this course

Dive into the C programming language, one of the most widely used languages. As a foundational language, C provides an in-depth understanding of how computers work and forms the basis for many modern programming languages. This course will guide you through the essentials of C, helping you establish a strong foundation for tackling more advanced topics in programming and software development.

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  • Write simple C programs with print statements and comments

  • Understand basic C syntax

  • Set up C on your computer

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Alisha Grama
Senior Instructional Designer, Computer Science at Codecademy
Alisha is a Senior Instructional Designer in the computer science domain at Codecademy. Alisha majored in Computer Science and minored in Ethics at the University of Rochester, where she gained experience as a Teaching Assistant. Before joining Codecademy, she taught STEM concepts to secondary students, including as the Lead Algebra Teacher at a Brooklyn charter school.
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