C Programming

Knows C basics: pointers, structs, memory management via malloc/free. Writes simple system utilities and kernel modules under mentor guidance, understands undefined behavior.

Confidently programs in C at system level: works with function pointers, volatile, bit fields. Writes drivers and kernel modules following coding standards.

Expert C programming for systems: optimizes code for cache lines, applies memory barriers, develops lock-free data structures using atomic operations.

Defines C coding standards for the systems team. Introduces MISRA C/CERT C, establishes guidelines for safe memory management and UB prevention in kernel modules.

Shapes enterprise C usage strategy in organizational system software. Defines approaches to C11/C17 migration, codebase certification, mentors lead architects.