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C Programming Language

What Is C Language?
C is a Computer Programming Language.  It us machine - independent, structured programming language which is used extensively in various applications.  C was the basics language to write everything from operating systems to complex programs like the Oracle database, Python interpreter, Git and more.

C language was introduced by  Dennis Ritchie in 1960.  C is a compiled language that once you write C program, must run it through a C compiler to turn your program into an executable that the computer can run.  

What Are The Features of C language?
C is  a portable: this means that programs once written can be run on another machines.
A C program is a collection of functions that are supported by C library.
C language is the most widely used language in embedded systems and  operating systems.
C is many time faster than BASIC.
 C its ability to extend itself.
C is a robust language with  set of built-in functions and operators that can be used to write any complex program.
In C Programs are written fast and efficient. This is due to its variety of data type and powerful operations.
The C compiler combines the capabilities of an assembly language with features of a high-level language.
Where is C used? Key Applications
C is used for compiler production
C is widely used in IOT applications
It is used for developing system applications
C is used to develop  MySQL is the most popular database software which is built using C programming language
It is widely used for desktop applications
C is widely used for developing browsers and their extensions
C programming language  is used to develop the most of applications.
Why To Learn C?
C is a basic language for many programming languages.  C as the main language will play an prominent role while studying other programming languages. C can be used widely various applications and provides faster execution.  There are many jobs available  for a C developer in the current market.

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