{"product_id":"system-programming-in-linux-a-hands-on-introduction-hardcover","title":"System Programming in Linux: A Hands-On Introduction - Hardcover","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/reportcopyrightinfringement.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReport copyright infringement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eStewart Weiss\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eLearn to write real Linux software--not just run it.\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eMost programmers never learn how Linux really works. Why? Because system programming is rarely taught, and the tools can be intimidating without the right guidance. As a result, many developers stick to high-level languages and frameworks--writing code that runs \u003ci\u003eon \u003c\/i\u003eLinux without understanding how it interacts \u003ci\u003ewith \u003c\/i\u003eLinux. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eIn today's world, that's not enough to stand out. Especially as more companies turn to AI to write their software, the question becomes: \u003cb\u003eHow do you stay relevant in an AI-driven world?\u003c\/b\u003e You learn how things really work. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eIf you've ever wondered how processes are created, how memory and files are managed, or how programs communicate in a Unix environment, \u003ci\u003eSystem Programming in Linux\u003c\/i\u003e will make it all make sense. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThis is a hands-on guide to writing software that interfaces directly with the Linux operating system. You'll go beyond shell commands and abstractions to understand what the kernel is doing--and how to leverage it through your own code. Rather than telling you how to solve each problem, Professor Stewart N. Weiss guides you through the process of discovering the solution yourself. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eStart with the core concepts of Unix and Linux, then work your way up to advanced topics like process control, signals, interprocess communication, threading, and non-blocking I\/O. Each chapter includes conceptual diagrams, annotated source code, and practical projects to help you immediately apply what you've learned. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eYou'll explore topics such as: \u003cbr\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe structure of Unix and Linux operating systems--and why it matters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUsing system calls to create and manage processes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe mechanics of signals, timers, and interprocess communication\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUsing synchronization tools to write multithreaded programs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInteracting with filesystems, devices, and terminals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuilding text-based user interfaces using ncurses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeveloping programs that are robust, efficient, and portable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAt Hunter College, Professor Weiss built the course this book is based on, and he has helped thousands of students go from confusion to confidence in his over 40 years of teaching programming. His clear, conversational style; technical depth; and focus on real-world application make this one of the most approachable and powerful system programming books available. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eAs Linux continues to dominate development, server, and embedded environments, understanding the system behind your software isn't just helpful; it's essential. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eWhether you're a student, developer, or sysadmin, this book gives you the tools to work directly with Linux and the insight to understand what's really happening under the hood.\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eStewart N. Weiss\u003c\/b\u003e was a professor in the computer science department of Hunter College for 38 years and was also on the faculty of the Graduate Center of the City University of New York. He developed courses in Unix system programming, parallel computing, software testing, and open source software development. Weiss holds a PhD in computer science from the Courant Institute of Mathematical Science of New York University. He has been working with Unix and C since 1983 and is passionate about sharing his knowledge of Unix and Linux systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1048\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.6 x 9.3 x 7 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e October 14, 2025\u003c\/div\u003e\n            ","brand":"BooksCloud","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47214079312121,"sku":"9781718503564","price":99.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0789\/2782\/3097\/files\/c1svB3z7bT9781718503564.webp?v=1768112094","url":"https:\/\/bookscloud.io\/products\/system-programming-in-linux-a-hands-on-introduction-hardcover","provider":"BooksCloud Book Dropshipping","version":"1.0","type":"link"}