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The C Programming Myth Rabbit Hole Explained

  • The myth that C programming language lacks encapsulation and isolation is debunked.
  • Despite not having classes, in C, structs can provide encapsulation and isolation.
  • Unlike in modern languages, in C, all fields in a struct are public and accessible.
  • Modules in C are encapsulated via interface and implementation files.
  • Header files serve as contracts for users of the module, hiding implementation details.
  • C allows for creating objects with hidden fields and guarded access via functions.
  • This approach in C provides encapsulation and isolation with strong guarantees.
  • The implementation details of C structs can be hidden from callers, ensuring data integrity.
  • Objects created in C can be used across different programming languages like Python, PHP, and Java.
  • The article emphasizes the importance of understanding the capabilities of C programming language.

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