C Programming in Easy Steps, 5th edition begins by explaining how to download and install a free C compiler so that the reader can quickly begin to create their own executable programs by copying the books examples. Each chapter builds the reader's knowledge of C.

C Programming in Easy Steps, 5th edition contains separate chapters on the major features of the C language. There are complete example programs that demonstrate each aspect of C together with screenshots that illustrate the output when that program has been executed. The free, downloadable sample code provided via the In Easy Steps website all has coloured syntax-highlighting for clearer understanding.

By the end of this book the reader will have gained a sound understanding of the C language, and be able to write their own C programs and compile them into executable files that can be run on any compatible computer.