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Learn Zig Programming by Building: A Hands-On Guide to Robust Software: Master Syntax, Data Structures, Optionals, Error Handling, Build Systems, C Interoperability, and Parallelism T

Learn Zig Programming by Building: A Hands-On Guide to Robust Software: Master Syntax, Data Structures, Optionals, Error Handling, Build Systems, C Interoperability, and Parallelism T


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Learn Zig Programming by Building: A Hands-On Guide to Robust Software is your definitive guide to mastering Zig, a modern systems programming language designed for simplicity, safety, and performance. Written by Emmanuel Gonzalez, a seasoned AI engineer with over a decade of experience, this book takes you on a practical journey through Zig's core features, empowering you to build robust, efficient applications. Whether you're a beginner exploring systems programming or an experienced developer seeking a powerful alternative to C, C++, or Rust, this book offers a clear, hands-on approach to learning Zig through real-world projects. Zig's explicit design, type safety, and seamless C interoperability make it an ideal choice for building high-performance software, from embedded systems to web servers. This book guides you through seven comprehensive projects, each designed to teach a key aspect of Zig: Craft a command-line calculator to master Zig's syntax and data structures. Build a to-do list manager to explore memory management and optionals. Create a JSON parser to understand Zig's type system and string handling. Develop a file reader to tackle robust error handling with error unions. Construct a static website generator to leverage Zig's build system for automation. Wrap a C math library to harness Zig's seamless C interoperability. Implement a parallel image processing tool to optimize performance with threads and SIMD. Each chapter begins with a deep theoretical foundation, explaining concepts like error unions, @cImport, threading, and SIMD in a layered, accessible manner. Full, runnable code examples-written for Zig 0.13.0-follow, accompanied by detailed commentary that breaks down every line, ensuring you understand both the "how" and "why." Comparisons to C, C++, Rust, and Go highlight Zig's unique strengths, while best practices and caveats provide practical insights for production-ready code. With over 6,000 words per chapter, this book balances depth and clarity, making complex topics approachable without sacrificing rigor. Exercises at the end of each chapter encourage you to extend the projects, while the appendix offers resources for further learning, including Zig's official documentation and community forums. By the end, you'll have the confidence to build high-performance, reliable software, leveraging Zig's simplicity and power. Whether you're optimizing performance-critical applications or integrating legacy C code, Learn Zig Programming by Building equips you with the skills to create software that is robust, efficient, and maintainable. Dive in, build with Zig, and unlock the potential of systems programming for the modern era.


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  • ISBN-13: 9798292350217
  • Publisher: Independently Published
  • Publisher Imprint: Independently Published
  • Height: 216 mm
  • No of Pages: 156
  • Returnable: N
  • Sub Title: A Hands-On Guide to Robust Software: Master Syntax, Data Structures, Optionals, Error Handling, Build Systems, C Interoperability, and Parallelism T
  • Width: 140 mm
  • ISBN-10: 8292350217
  • Publisher Date: 13 Jul 2025
  • Binding: Paperback
  • Language: English
  • Returnable: N
  • Spine Width: 8 mm
  • Weight: 240 gr


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