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Removing trailing newline character from fgets() input
## Removing trailing newline character from fgets() input š Hey there! Are you struggling with removing that pesky trailing newline character from fgets() input? Don't worry, you're not alone. Many programmers face this issue while getting user input usi
Why use double indirection? or Why use pointers to pointers?
# Double Indirection: Unraveling the Mystery of Pointers to Pointers šÆ Are you confused about the concept of double indirection or pointers to pointers? š¤ Don't worry, you're not alone! Many developers find this topic challenging, but fear not ā we're h
Core dumped, but core file is not in the current directory?
š” **Title:** Where did my core file go? Understanding the mystery of "core dumped" without a core file š **Introduction:** Hey there! š Have you ever run into the issue where your C program throws a "core dumped" error but there's no sign of the core
Detecting superfluous #includes in C/C++
š Detecting Superfluous #Includes in C/C++: A Guide to Increasing Compile Time Efficiency š Do you ever feel like the headers section of your C/C++ file keeps growing but never shrinks? š¦ Throughout the life of a source file, classes may move and be re
Fast ceiling of an integer division in C / C++
# Fast Ceiling of an Integer Division in C/C++: Solving the Dilemma š So, you've found yourself in the pursuit of finding a way to quickly calculate the ceiling of an integer division in C/C++. You know that by default, C and C++ round down to the neares
Passing variable number of arguments around
# Passing Variable Number of Arguments: A Guide to Solving Common Issues Have you ever encountered a situation where you need to pass a variable number of arguments around in your code? š¤ It can be a bit tricky, especially when it comes to calling anothe
Stack smashing detected
# Stack Smashing Detected: The Hidden Enemy šµļøāāļø Have you ever encountered the dreaded message "Stack Smashing Detected" while executing an application? š± Don't worry, you're not alone! This error message can be quite puzzling, but fear not, for we are
What is the difference between char * const and const char *?
š **Blog Post: Understanding the Difference Between `char * const` and `const char *`** š Hey tech enthusiasts! Welcome back to my blog. Today, let's talk about a common source of confusion in C and C++ programming - the difference between `char * const
How do I use valgrind to find memory leaks?
š **How do I use valgrind to find memory leaks?** Hey there, tech enthusiasts! š Today, let's dive into the fascinating world of memory leaks and how we can use the powerful tool, valgrind, to hunt them down. šŖ So, you've got your program, let's call
C default arguments
š»š Hey techies! Today I'm gonna talk about something that can make your life easier when coding in C ā default arguments! šš So you've got a function in C and you're wondering if there's a way to specify default arguments? Well, I'm here to tell you t