compiler attributes — 2 Technical Articles

Nov 4, 2024 · Fundamentals

Unlocking GNU C Extensions: Zero‑Length Arrays, Variable‑Length Arrays, and More

This guide explains key GNU C extensions—including zero‑length and variable‑length arrays, case ranges, statement expressions, typeof, variadic macros, designated initializers, built‑in functions, and attribute syntax—showing how they differ from standard ANSI C and how to use them safely in Linux kernel development.

C extensionsGNU CLinux kernel

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Unlocking GNU C Extensions: Zero‑Length Arrays, Variable‑Length Arrays, and More

Liangxu Linux

Jan 23, 2024 · Fundamentals

How Weak Symbols and Weak References Simplify Cross‑Platform C Development

This article explains the concept of weak symbols and weak references in C, demonstrates their behavior with practical examples, and shows how they can be leveraged to create maintainable, cross‑platform embedded drivers while addressing compiler differences and linker nuances.

C programmingCross‑platform developmentLinker

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How Weak Symbols and Weak References Simplify Cross‑Platform C Development