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Calling a C function without naming it

Original: Calling a function in C without naming it

A write-up is circulating on how to invoke a C function without referring to it by name, using low-level tricks rather than a direct call. The piece explains the mechanics of addressing function code without identifiers, a topic that appeals to systems programmers and curious developers. Commenters are debating the practical value of such techniques and what they reveal about how C works under the hood.

Why now: Technical deep-dives into unusual C programming tricks reliably draw attention from developers interested in low-level details.

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