Category: C Programming

Understanding Unicode: A Deep Dive into Universal Text Encoding

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Understanding Unicode: A Deep Dive into Universal Text Encoding

Unicode is a universal encoding standard designed to support every language and symbol in use today. This article provides an in-depth look into how Unicode works in application development, exploring the challenges of string comparison, normalization, and the multiple ways that the same visual character can be represented. Learn how to handle Unicode strings in Python, JavaScript, and C, and discover how normalization can resolve issues when comparing visually identical characters.

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An Introduction to C for Arduino Users

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Explore the essentials of C programming tailored for Arduino users. This comprehensive guide covers variables, data types, control structures, functions, arrays, and pointers, with practical code examples to help you harness the full potential of the Arduino platform.

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Implementing Command Parsers on Arduino Over Serial

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Introduction Command parsers are essential in embedded systems for receiving and interpreting commands from a host device, such as a computer or another microcontroller. In this article, we will explore how to implement command parsers on an Arduino over a serial connection, focusing on memory management, text buffer creation and use, string formatting, and handling

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Understanding Modbus, SCPI, and GPIB Protocols and Their Implementation in Embedded Systems

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Understanding Modbus, SCPI, and GPIB Protocols and Their Implementation in Embedded Systems
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A Beginners Guide Introduction Communication protocols are vital for enabling embedded devices to interact effectively. Three prominent protocols, Modbus, Standard Commands for Programmable Instruments (SCPI), and General Purpose Interface Bus (GPIB), stand out due to their widespread adoption in various industrial and testing environments. Recently, I had the opportunity to work on an embedded project

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An Introduction to C–: A Dive into an Intermediate Language for Compiler and Language Research

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Explore the evolution of C– – an intermediate language designed for compiler and language research. Delve into its origins, syntax, and the significance it holds in the realm of programming languages and compiler development.

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Understanding and Leveraging Structs in Python with the struct Module

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Unlock the potential of structs in Python and C through our detailed tutorial. Delve into the world of composite data types, understand their applications, and master the art of struct usage in both Python and C programming. Elevate your coding expertise with this insightful guide.

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Modern C Programming: Embracing New Features, Standards, and Historical Changes

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Delve into the evolution of C programming, from historical changes to embracing new features like C11. Explore its enduring usefulness in modern software development and understand its impact on programming languages and the fast-paced world of technology.

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Kalman Filters: Theory, Applications, Implementation, and Considerations

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Explore the power of Kalman filters in state estimation and sensor fusion. Understand their theoretical foundations, versatile applications in navigation, robotics, finance, and signal processing, and learn how to implement them using Python and C. Delve into their strengths, limitations, and considerations, and gain hands-on experience through practical examples. Uncover the mathematical framework behind Kalman filters and harness their potential to enhance accuracy in estimating dynamic system states amidst noise and uncertainties.

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Mastering Control: A Comprehensive Guide to Proportional, PD, and PID Algorithm Implementations in C

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Discover the world of control systems engineering as we delve into the intricacies of Proportional, Proportional-Derivative (PD), and Proportional-Integral-Derivative (PID) control algorithms. This comprehensive guide offers both theoretical insights and hands-on implementations in the C programming language. From the foundational Proportional control to the advanced PID control, join us on a journey through code examples and in-depth discussions on how these algorithms work, their strengths, and when to choose each for precise and stable control of various processes.

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