Linux Systems Programming (in C)

PT20414
Training Summary
This course presents the participants with system level programming in the C language in a Linux environment. The course focuses on Linux system calls and library functions, how to use them, and their underlying mechanisms. The course deals with many facets of the Linux operating system, including: introduction to Linux kernel structure, I/O, Signals, Signal handlers, Timers, Multi-Tasking and Threading, Inter-Process Communication (IPC) Pipes, Shared memory, Message Queues, Semaphores, Networking, Sockets, using TCP/IP and UDP/IP. Throughout the course the information presented is related to the participant through: the execution of common Linux user/administrator commands, and writing, compiling, and executing example C language programs which demonstrate the use of system routines and accessing system data structures on a live Linux system.
Prerequisites
It is assumed that the participant has a solid background in basic Linux utilities and editors (such as vim), and a working knowledge of the C (or C++) programming language(s).
Duration
5 Days/Lecture & Lab
Audience
This course is designed for programmers wanting to learn system level programming in the C language in a Linux environment.
Course Topics
System Programming Environment of Linux
  • File Systems
  • Process Creation and Control
  • Synchronization and System Information
  • Interprocess Data Communication Facilities
  • Sharing Code between Processes
  • Networking

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