Revised and expanded for the new C/C++ Standard, C 99, this best seller is a must-have reference and idea generator for millions of programmers. Though new programming languages like Java, Perl and Python are becoming popular, there is no shortage of new or experienced C and C++ programmers. C/C++ serve as core languages in most programmers' language toolboxes. The C 99 Standard has now been ratified, and this presents a perfect opportunity to update the C/C++ Programmer's Reference with the most current info on several new, innovative features of the C language, including variable-length arrays, new library functions and the new capabilities to facilitate embedded systems programming. This quick reference to C/C++ classes, methods, field actions, and libraries is organized for easy access and designed as a lookup resource and idea generator for programming in C and C++. Coverage of new C99 Standard provides up to date reference tool for the world's most popular and established programming language. The book's small size makes for a helpful portable reference that is the perfect book to have on the road. Solid writing style and straightforward presentation methods of Herb Schildt provide a familiar reference environment for programmers - many of these programmers's learned C/C++ from Herb Schildt's books!

Author Biography

Herbert Schildt is a world leading programming author. He is an authority on the C, C++, Java, and C# programming languages, and a master Windows programmer. His programming books have sold more than three million copies worldwide and have been translated into all major foreign languages. He is the author of numerous best sellers including C: The Complete Reference, Java 2: The Complete Reference, Java 2: A Beginner's Guide, C#: A Beginner's Guide, and many more. Schildt holds a master's degree in computer science from the University of Illinois.