Java to C: A Primer

This book is designed to be used as a quick introduction to C for programmers already familiar with Java. It is not a replacement for a reference book on C but is instead a supplement. For the programmer already familiar with Java, the typical book on C requires the reader to wade through many details of already-familiar material. In this book, we quickly present the main concepts needed to begin writing serious programs in C, highlighting the differences between C and Java.