Homework

Assignments

Be sure to follow good C style in all the code you submit.

Programming Assignment 5

• Handout: Programming Assignment #5
• Due: No later than Tuesday, December 2, 2008, at 11:59 pm

Programming Assignment 4

• Handout: Programming Assignment #4
• Due: No later than Wednesday, November 12, 2008, at 11:59 pm

Programming Assignment 3

• Handout: Programming Assignment #3
• Due: No later than October 20, 2008, at 11:59 pm

Programming Assignment 2

• Handout: Programming Assignment #2
• Due: No later than October 8, 2008, at 11:59 pm
• This applies to the graphics portion. The geometric calculations should be done as quickly as possible but through the Code Critic queue.

Programming Assignment 1

• Handout: Programming Assignment #1
• Due: No later than September 29, 2008, at 11:59 pm

C Software

If you are on a Windows, Linux, or MacOS machine, the simplest way to compile and run C code in this course, is to use the free Code::Blocks development environment. Just follow these instructions to set things up.

Another option for Windows is the free Dev-C++ development environment. Use these instructions to set things up.

Another option for MacOS X is the free Xcode development environment. Follow these instructions to set things up.

We do not recommend Microsoft Visual Studio on Windows. Current versions do not support C out of the box, and no versions support the 1999 C standard.

How to submit your work

Submit all your files in one Zip archive. On Windows, use a utility like Winzip Filzip, or TUGzip. If you use the built-in file compressor in Windows, make sure you know what you're doing! On MacOS X, use the archive command. If you're using a Linux use either zip or gzip.

• Only submit source files, that means files ending with .c or (if any) .h files. Most IDE's have a clean command that deletes compiler output. For example, in Dev-C++, Execute | Clean will remove the large binary and executable files. It's OK to leave in the other smaller files Dev-C++ or other IDE's create.
• Files and folders in the Zip archive must match those given by the homework assignment. We will return submissions with mis-named files and folders.
• Combine the files to be submitted into a zip file named lastname_pa?.zip where ? is the number of the current assignment. If you are pair-programming, use lastname1_lastname2_pa?.zip.
• Email your file as an attachment to c-riesbeck@northwestern.edu. Use the Subject line given in the homework assignment. Make sure you copy the email to yourself, and your partner, if any, and then check to see whether the attachment has been sent correctly.
• You should receive a confirmation of receipt within 24 hours at the latest. This will only acknowledge receipt of your email. We will not check the attachment at that time, so make sure everything is there. If there is any problem, email me at c-riesbeck@northwestern.edu. Important: Put "EECS 110:" in the Subject line.

How to get help

Programming can be very time consuming. Always start your assignments as early as possible. If you do get stuck, do NOT waste hours on a single error. Instead, get help. The fastest way is to check the newsgroup. Chances are someone else has had the same problem as you and can give you a hint. Tips, clarifications and answers will also be posted by the staff. You may discuss the homework with other students in the newsgroup as long as you never post anything that will be graded.

The TAs will have regular office hours at the lab, where you can get them to look at your work in progress and offer you hints and useful programming tips. Take advantage of that.

Grading, regrading and late submission

Grading guidelines will be included in the assignment handouts. For information on regrading and late submission see under Info