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With billions of devices connecting to the cloud, the need for more programmers with a range of skill sets is more present than ever. Most high schools in the United States teach high-level languages such as Java, Python, or Javascript. These programming languages are perfect for web or application programming, but many of the billions of devices run on MCUs or FPGAs, which require C programming. Microsoft has been shifting its product and support plan for the MCU space for some time. Azure IoT C SDK is the solution to connect MCU devices to Azure, and there are examples of how to write applications to run on Windows. Azure Sphere is a system-on-chip solution with a built-in Linux distribution that allows developers to write applications in Visual Studio. Eclipse ThreadX, formally Azure RTOS, has a port to Win32 so you can build test ThreadX applications with Visual Studio on Windows. There are other books that cover the GCC compiler; but the confluence of school curriculums, the need for low-level programmers, and the offerings from Microsoft makes C and Visual Studio a niche book for learning C programming using one of the most popular IDEs in the industry. C and Visual Studio applies the Computer Science pedagogical approach that is used for other programming languages to the C language. Combined with the authors' hands-on style, anyone familiar with a higher-level language will be able to get up the learning curve quickly. The first 9 chapters of the book cover the fundamentals of C programming from data types, program flow, arrays, pointers, data types, search, sort, memory management, and file I/O. The last 3 chapters introduce Azure IoT C SDK, Azure Sphere, and Eclipse ThreadX. There are over 50 hands-on exercises to get you familiar with the C programming language and features of Visual Studio.

Almost every job today has some interaction with a computer or a computing device. Computers come in all shapes and sizes such as smartphones, ATM machines, thermostats, test equipment, robotics, point-of-sale systems, cloud servers, projection systems, and, oh yes, personal computers. All of them need to be designed, built, and programmed. Having a good understanding of computer programming and Computer Science can provide a good foundation for one's career. The Java programming language is one of the most popular programming languages used today. By learning Java, you will have a good understanding of structured programming, and Java is a good vehicle to learn the basics of Computer Science. Employers are always looking for new-hires to have practical experience. The best way to stand out during the interview process is to demonstrate that you have a familiarity with the tools used by professional programmers. There are many Java development tools available, but when it comes to Java programming, Eclipse is the tool frequently used in the industry. Eclipse is a popular Integrated Development Environment (IDE) that supports Java, C/C++, and web development. This textbook combines Java programming, Computer Science, and a popular development tool that not only prepares you for the Computer Science curriculum but also beyond the classroom into your professional career. The 14 chapters start with the basics of how Algebra flows into computer programming, moves on to logical program flow, and then to Object Oriented Programming. After these fundamentals come the advanced topics of recursion, search, sort, and Big-O notation. Going beyond the basic curriculum material, the later chapters cover graphical programming with JavaFX, File I/O, an introduction to data structures, and finishes with JavaFX 2-D Game development. There are many computer activities to provide a hands-on experience and keep you involved during the reading of this book.