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intro/beagle101/blinkLED.rst

@@ -114,6 +114,8 @@ load up Linux.  This is because all Beagles
 to install an image on the Pocket) have built-in flash memory 
 that has the Debian distribution of Linux preinstalled.
 
+.. _intro-using-vs-code:
+
 Using VS Code
 **************
 

intro/beagle101/c.rst

@@ -4,3 +4,71 @@ Introduction to C
 #################
 
 .. todo:: Place-holder for tutorial on the C programming language
+
+The C programming language is powerful and flexible and sits at the heart of
+many key open source software projects, including :ref:`Linux <intro-linux>` and
+:ref:`Zephyr <intro-zephyr>`. While it is intimidating to many people, C holds a
+strong relevance in today's technology landscape and can be approached and learned
+by those without extensive previous computer knowledge.
+
+While there are many :ref:`resources <intro-c-resources>` for learning C, this article
+will focus primarily on learning C using Linux and specifically a Beagle running
+:ref:`Debian GNU/Linux <intro-debian>`. It is recommended to utilize on-line learning
+resources like `learn-c.org`_ to get familiarity with the language, then apply what you
+have learned on a Beagle to see it in real life.
+
+.. note::
+
+   Making the transition from on-line to in-person compilation and execution of your
+   code is critical to building and maintaining your understanding. You can never be
+   certain that an on-line service will always be available, so do yourself the favor
+   or transitioning your exercises and materials into your own possession as soon as
+   it makes sense for you.
+
+Why Learn C?
+************
+
+While C is an extremely popular programming language, popularity shouldn't necessarily be
+your top guide in choosing a programming language to learn. What are some of the best
+reasons to learn C?
+
+Provides Strong Foundation
+==========================
+
+Many other programming languages are very similar to C, like `Java`_, `Wiring`_ or `Rust`_,
+are direct extensions of C, namely `C++`_ and `C#`_, or are written in C themselves.
+Learning C will set you up well to learn many programming languages and the rationales
+behind them.
+
+Your First C Program
+********************
+
+:ref:`start-browse-to-beagle`
+
+:ref:`intro-using-vs-code`
+
+.. _intro-c-resources:
+
+Recommended Resources
+*********************
+
+* `C Programming Language, 2nd Edition <https://a.co/d/51eEGca>`_
+* `learn-c.org`_
+
+.. _C++:
+   https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/C%2B%2B
+
+.. _Wiring:
+   https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wiring_(software)
+
+.. _Java:
+   https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Java_(programming_language)
+
+.. _Rust:
+   https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rust_(programming_language)
+
+.. _learn-c.org:
+   https://learn-c.org
+
+.. _C#:
+   https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/C_Sharp_%28programming_language%29

intro/support/getting-started.rst

@@ -136,6 +136,8 @@ to your computer. If your computer supports mDNS, you should see your Beagle as
 Non-BeagleBone boards will utilize alternate names. Multiple BeagleBone boards on the same
 network will add a suffix such as beaglebone-2.local.
 
+.. _start-browse-to-beagle:
+
 Browse to your Beagle
 ============================