Course Code: advcbspk
Duration: 40 hours
Prerequisites:
  • Good knowledge of C programming

Who Should Attend:

  • Experienced C programmers seeking to deepen their understanding and elevate their programming capabilities.
  • Software engineers, developers, and programmers aiming to specialize in embedded systems, networking, or performance optimization.
Overview:

The Advanced C Programming Training Course is meticulously crafted to equip participants with an in-depth understanding of advanced concepts and practical application within the C programming language. Spanning across five intensive days, this comprehensive course delves into intricate aspects of C programming, catering to both novices and seasoned programmers looking to enhance their skills.

Course Objectives:

  • Mastering Advanced C Concepts: Participants will gain proficiency in advanced language constructs, code organization, and the intricacies of module definition for both unique and multiple entities.
  • Design Patterns and Optimization Techniques: Understanding the implementation of design patterns like the Observer pattern, Callbacks, and strategies for code optimization to enhance efficiency.
  • Concurrency and Interprocess Communication: Comprehensive exploration of concurrent programming using POSIX threads, Interprocess Communication (IPC), and Finite State Machines (FSM) implementation.
  • Networking and Embedded Programming: Diving into advanced networking programming, addressing network disruptions, socket APIs, and embedded programming essentials.
  • Practical Application and Exercises: Hands-on exercises and practical simulations, allowing participants to implement learned concepts in real-world scenarios, culminating in a hardware device simulator.

Course Structure:

  • Day 1 to Day 2: Establishing foundational knowledge in C programming, including language constructs, data management, memory allocation, and essential optimization techniques.
  • Day 3: In-depth exploration of pointers, functions, design patterns, abstract data types, and SOLID principles.
  • Day 4: Immersive sessions on concurrent programming with POSIX threads, interprocess communication, and state machine implementation.
  • Day 5: Advanced networking programming, creating hardware device simulators, implementing the Interpreter pattern, practical exercises, and conclusion.

Key Takeaways:

  • Advanced Programming Proficiency: Participants will acquire mastery in utilizing advanced features of the C programming language.
  • Practical Application: Hands-on experience through practical exercises and real-world simulations.
  • Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to implement complex algorithms, optimize code, and design robust systems.
Course Outline:

Day 1: Introduction and Fundamental Concepts

Introduction and Environment Setup

  • Overview of C Features and Applications
  • Choosing an IDE
  • Configuring the compiler

Language Constructs and Basics

  • Overview of C language constructs
  • Code organization and its lifecycle
  • Writing a Sample Program
  • Defining the Scope of Variables and Functions

Day 2: Advanced Data Handling and Optimization

Managing Data and Modules

  • Modules for Multiple Entities and Abstract Data Types
  • Module Definition for Unique Entities
  • Embedded Programming with C

Memory Management and Optimization

  • Pointers and Dynamic Memory Allocation
  • Code Optimization Techniques

Day 3: Advanced Programming Techniques

Pointers, Functions, and Design Patterns

  • Pointers to Functions and Strategy Pattern
  • Design Patterns in C (Observer Pattern, Callbacks)

Abstract Data Types and SOLID Principles

  • Abstracting Data in Your Program
  • SOLID Design Principles in C

Day 4: Concurrent Programming and Interprocess Communication

Concurrent Programming with POSIX Threads

  • Understanding POSIX threads
  • Addressing issues in concurrent programming

Interprocess Communication and State Machines

  • Finite State Machines (FSM) in C
  • Implementing Interprocess Communication

Day 5: Networking, Advanced Topics, and Conclusion

Advanced Networking and Application Development

  • Advanced Networking Programming
  • Writing a hardware device simulator

Interpreter Pattern and Summary

  • Implementing the Interpreter Pattern in C
  • Conclusion