What are some common pointer errors in C programming?

What are some common pointer errors in C programming?

Common pointer errors in C include dereferencing null pointers, memory leaks, and pointer arithmetic mistakes.

Can you explain what a null pointer dereference is?

A null pointer dereference occurs when you try to access or modify the value at a memory address that is null, leading to crashes.

How can I avoid memory leaks when using pointers?

To avoid memory leaks, always free dynamically allocated memory using free() when it's no longer needed.

What is pointer arithmetic and what mistakes can happen?

Pointer arithmetic involves manipulating pointer values. Mistakes can include going out of bounds of an array or incorrect calculations.