Beginning Linux programming
Neil Matthew
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Beginning Linux programming
by Neil Matthew
Published
2004
Publisher
Wiley Pub.
Pages
848
ISBN-10
0764544977
Description
What is this book about? If you have some programming experience and are ready to venture into Linux programming, this updated edition of the bestselling entry-level book takes you there. The authors guide you step by step, using construction of a CD database application to give you hands-on experience as you progress from the basic to the complex. You'll start with fundamental concepts like writing Unix programs in C. You'll learn basic system calls, file I/O, interprocess communication, and shell programming. You'll become skilled with the toolkits and libraries for working with user interfaces. The book starts from the basics, explaining how to compile and run your first program. New to this edition are chapters on MySQL® access and administration; programming GNOME and KDE; and Linux standards for portable applications. Coverage of kernel programming, device drivers, CVS, grep, and GUI development environments has expanded. This book give...
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How many pages are in Beginning Linux programming?
This edition of Beginning Linux programming has approximately 848 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.
How long does it take to read Beginning Linux programming?
For most readers, Beginning Linux programming typically takes between 17h 40m and 11h 47m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 212,000 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 14h 8m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 29 days • Estimated word count: 212,000 words
Your individual reading time will vary based on your personal reading pace, the amount of daily reading time, and your familiarity with the subject matter.
What is the word count of Beginning Linux programming?
The estimated word count for Beginning Linux programming is approximately 212,000 words. This figure is calculated using industry-standard methods that consider genre-specific word density patterns, typical formatting and layout characteristics, and standard words-per-page ratios for published books.
This is an approximation — actual word count may vary based on font size, formatting, edition, and the presence of illustrations or charts.
Who is the author of Beginning Linux programming?
Beginning Linux programming was written by Neil Matthew.
When was Beginning Linux programming published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 2004. The original work may have been published on a different date.