C programming

[/siː ˈproʊɡræmɪŋ/]
noun
programação em C
1. A programming paradigm and practice using the C programming language, a general-purpose, procedural programming language created in the 1970s
C programming is essential for understanding how computers work at a low level.
A programação em C é essencial para entender como os computadores funcionam em um nível baixo.
2. The act or skill of writing code using C language for software development, system software, and embedded systems
After mastering C programming, many developers move on to C++ or Java.
Depois de dominar a programação em C, muitos desenvolvedores passam para C++ ou Java.
C programming remains foundational in computer science education worldwide, particularly in Brazil and Portugal where it is often the first language taught in university computer science programs. In the USA, it maintains a strong presence in systems programming and embedded systems development. The language is culturally significant as a gateway to understanding computer architecture and memory management.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
C language programmingcoding in CC development

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
programação em C
Standard term used in Brazilian tech education and industry
São Paulo
programação em C
Common in major tech hubs and universities
Portugal
programação em C
Same terminology as Brazil; sometimes also 'linguagem C'
United States
C programming
Universal term in academic and professional settings

Related Words

C languageprocedural programminglow-level programmingsystems programmingembedded systemsmemory managementpointersalgorithms

Related Idioms & Phrases

learning C programming from scratch
proficient in C programming
C programming fundamentals
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