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The Relevance of C in Building Efficient Operating Systems

Eztosin on August 20, 2023

Harnessing C’s Power: The Unrivaled Choice for Operating System Development Introduction The creation of a simple, yet powerf...
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Mike Stemle

This reads, to me, like the love letter that the C programming language deserves.

I have been programming in C since I was 12, and this piece you wrote makes my heart swell. Thank you for that. I needed it.

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Eztosin

Hi Mike Stemle

Thank you so much for your heartfelt words! Your response truly means a lot to me. It's incredibly humbling to know that my article resonated with someone who has such a deep connection to C programming.

Your journey with C from a young age is truly inspiring, and I'm thrilled that my piece brought a sense of nostalgia and appreciation for this language. It's fascinating how programming languages can shape our experiences and perspectives over the years.

Your support and encouragement give me a renewed sense of purpose, and I'm grateful to have connected with you through our shared passion for programming. If there's ever anything you'd like to discuss further or any topics you'd like to explore, please don't hesitate to reach out.

Once again, thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts. Your feedback motivates me to continue exploring and sharing the wonders of programming.

Best regards

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Mike Stemle

I can’t wait to read your next post, friend.

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erikobryant

Hey, Eztosin
I'm trying to gather a team of people to build an AI powered operating system (imagine being able to give your computer commands in plain English and have it interpret and execute them). You seem to know a lot about OS development and so I was wondering if you'd be willing to help me create one. If you are, please let me know (my email is erockthefrog@gmail.com).

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Paul J. Lucas
  1. A much better history of C is here.
  2. Historically, C compilers did not produce 0s and 1s; they generated assembly source code for the host CPU. The assember then assembled that into 0s and 1s. Indeed, the reason C compilers produce a.out by default is because the a stands for “assembler.”
  3. Everything you said can also be said of C++.
  4. The Wikipedia page for C does a much more thorough job of describing C. What does your post bring to the table?
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Eztosin • Edited

Hello Mr Paul, Thank you for your feedback. I appreciate your perspective and your insights on the historical aspects of C compilation. You're right that C++ shares many similarities with C in terms of compilation and its impact on programming.

The intention of my post was to provide an overview of the relevance of C programming, especially in the context of operating systems, while also highlighting its unique qualities and influence on modern technology. I aimed to emphasize its significance for both new and experienced programmers.

However, I understand that there are more detailed resources available, such as the Wikipedia page for C, which provides a comprehensive history and description. I'll certainly take your feedback into consideration and strive to further enhance the content to provide even more value to readers.

Once again, thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts. I'm always open to improving and refining my content based on valuable input like yours.

Best regards