Smaller C : Lean Code for Small Machines Paperback / softback

For makers looking to use the smallest controllers or wring the highest performance out of larger controllers, the C language is still the best option.

This practical book provides a solid grounding in C basics for anyone who tinkers with programming microcontrollers.

You'll explore many ways C enables developers and makers to get big results out of tiny devices. Author Marc Loy shows you how to write clean, maintainable C code from scratch.

This language and its C++ cousin are still widely used to write low-level code for device drivers or operating systems.

By understanding C syntax and quirks, you'll gain an enduring computer language literacy that will help you pick up new languages and styles more easily. Learn C fundamentals including data types, flow control, and functionsExplore memory management including how programs work on small devicesUnderstand answers provided in online forums such as Reddit or Stack OverflowWrite efficient, custom C code that's both readable and maintainableAnalyze the performance of your code and weigh optimizationsEvaluate third-party libraries for use in your own projectsCreate your own libraries to share with others