Best online source for learning C

Question

Hi Im an experienced actionscript developer, and relatively new to Objective C.

I decided a good investment of my time would be to master the C language (not C# or C++).

Can anyone recommend the 'best' online tutorials for learning C?

Answer 1

I agree with James' comment, though I would recommend looking over the first paragraphs of a web based tutorial.

Though they're not the best for learning the language itself, you can get a feel for some trivial programs and see if they fit your brain.

The worst thing that can happen here is if you buy a book and can't use the language (for whatever reason).

As far as specific selections... I can't give you any.

Answer 2

You won't have difficulties understanding the C syntax given your past experience, and unfortunately, most tutorials and introductory books will focus on it much more than they should.

C is full of traps, but it is a simple language which gives you full control on what is going on with your programs. However, it is difficult to master. You will need something more elaborated than a simple tutorial which will be half full of things you probably already know.

I definitely recommand K&R's book if you want to learn the language correctly. Be sure to grab the second edition.

Answer 3

As you've asked for online resources only, so here is one

http://www.cprogramming.com/tutorial/c/lesson1.html

Like Alexandre , I would also recommend K & R's book

Answer 4

You should check this out too: http://www.phy.duke.edu/~rgb/General/c_book/c_book/index.html

I've looked through it, it's got some good examples and it's a good read.