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Discover why pointer types matter in C/C++, as they guide memory reading and interpretation, beyond just storing an address

Dec 25, 2025 · 3 min read · amanprasad.hashnode.dev  
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Explaining things until they stop being magic

Interested in embedded systems, C, and ARM. Writing notes and explanations to better understand how systems actually work under the hood.

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