Software Design Patterns in C

Gain insights into software design patterns in C, explore their implementation, discover underlying principles, and learn to build a vocabulary for better communication and coding practices.

Intermediate

42 Lessons

2h 45min

Certificate of Completion

Gain insights into software design patterns in C, explore their implementation, discover underlying principles, and learn to build a vocabulary for better communication and coding practices.

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This course includes

19 Playgrounds

7 Quizzes

This course includes

19 Playgrounds

7 Quizzes

Course Overview

Software design patterns are a valuable tool in any software developer's skill set. However, most design patterns are described in the context of an object-oriented programming language such as C++ or Java. The C language is sadly absent in the pattern literature. This course is here to change that by demonstrating that it is possible to use patterns in C programs and how it adds benefits to C programmers. You will learn why design patterns are more of a communication tool than technical solutions, and how ...Show More

Course Content

Introduction to Pattern in C

Get familiar with software design patterns in C, addressing complexity and enhancing development.

Patterns in Software

Why Do We Need Patterns in Software Development?

Overview

Pattern Categories Quiz: Introduction to Pattern in C

The First-Class ADT Pattern

Get started with decoupling interfaces from implementations using the First-Class ADT pattern.

Reflections on First-Class ADT Why We Need First-Class ADT Pattern Implementing the First-Class ADT Pattern Consequences of the First-Class ADT pattern Quiz: The First-Class ADT Pattern

The State Pattern

Break apart the complexities of the State Pattern for efficient state management in C.

Reflections on State Pattern Different Strategies for Implementing State Machines Implementing State Machines With the State Pattern Benefits and Consequences of Using State Pattern Quiz: The State Pattern

The Strategy Pattern

Grasp the fundamentals of the Strategy pattern for flexible and maintainable software design.

Reflections on Strategy Example Implementing the Strategy Pattern Consequences of Using the Strategy Pattern Quiz: The Strategy Pattern

The Observer Pattern

Dig into the Observer pattern's decoupling, dependency management, efficiency, implementation, and complexities in C.

Reflections on Observer Theory of the Observer Pattern Implementing the Observer Pattern Consequences of Using the Observer Pattern Quiz: The Observer Pattern

The Reactor Pattern

6 Lessons

Follow the process of implementing the Reactor pattern for efficient event-driven applications.

Idiomatic Expressions

10 Lessons

Master idiomatic expressions in C for enhanced code efficiency, safety, and maintainability.

Conclusion

1 Lesson

Learn how to use design patterns in C to improve productivity and software quality.

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