This course is for everyone. In the new world we live in, coding is a universally valuable skill, whether you're a scientist, artist, or a humanist. Algorithms are everywhere, and we all have to understand how they work. The C language is particularly well suited as an introduction to coding: It's a tried-and-true language, and it allows you to understand computing processes at a deep level.

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No prior knowledge of coding is needed for this course. We'll start at the beginning.

The time estimated time commitment for this course is five hours a week for five weeks.

Course 1 of 4 in the Coding for Everyone: C and C++ Specialization.

Syllabus

WEEK 1

Introduction

An overview of the course, a history of the C language, and a first set of programming activities.

WEEK 2

Lexical Elements and Data Types

Lexical elements and data types, programming activities of increasing sophistication, and an optional discussion of more advanced issues.

WEEK 3

Flow of Control and Simple Functions

Flow of control and simple functions, even more sophisticated programming activities, and an optional discussion of more advanced issues.

WEEK 4

Advanced Functions, Recursion, Arrays, and Pointers

A continuation of functions, recursion, arrays, and pointers.

WEEK 5

Arrays and pointers

Further treatment of arrays and pointers and an interesting programming activity.

WEEK 6

Final Exam

The end of the first part of C for Everyone and an opportunity to assess your learning.

Coding for Everyone: C and C++ Specialization