Embedded Linux Course
An Embedded system is defined as a system that includes a processing unit and is designed to provide a specific service according to the specifications of that product.
These systems can be limited in power, size, response time, hardware resource usage, and similar factors.
Development of Embedded Systems is required to create the optimal integration between hardware and software for various product specifications.
In other words, common computing systems like PCs may not necessarily be suitable for many other applications such as communication equipment, cameras, media players, smart controllers, and more, due to their volume and power constraints.
Conversely, not every electronic system, like the latter examples we mentioned, will allow providing advanced and flexible services to another system, such as using specialized sensors, working with Timers and clock units, display screens, sound cards, memory components, interfacing with communication networks, and other unique tasks.
Linux is a versatile operating system developed in 1991 by Linus Torvalds, based on the Unix operating system.
In the Embedded Linux course, we will learn about the usage of the Linux operating system on embedded platforms.
Today, there is a variety of products based on the Linux operating system integrated with embedded computer systems, such as electronic products (smart TVs, infotainment in cars), networking equipment like wireless routers, navigation devices, medical devices, and more.
The Embedded Linux course is part of the Embedded Linux Programming track.
The course aims to provide engineers in the industry with the necessary knowledge to tackle the challenges of developing embedded computer systems using the Embedded Linux platform.
The Linux course includes all the training and development conducted on development boards. Among other things, students will become familiar with the stages of development, required tools, typical issues in the development process and their solutions, use of various debugging tools, development of user-mode applications: using System Calls, creation and management of Processes, creation and management of Threads, synchronization mechanisms between Threads, types of communication between Processes known as Inter-Process Communication (IPC), creation and management of Shared Memory, use of Linux Sockets, use of Pipes, and more.
The Linux course is suitable for anyone looking to learn operating systems on computer-based systems (Embedded).
This course is a practical program that includes lectures and hands-on exercises. The course duration is approximately 90 academic hours – 60 practical hours + 30 hours of lab exercises.
The course includes:
Lectures are held once a week in the evenings or mornings.
Ch. 1
Introduction to UNIXLinux Programming
Ch. 2
Linux Development tools
Ch. 3
Automating the Process with GNU Make
Ch. 4
Debugging Linux programs
Ch. 5
Writing and Using Libraries
Ch. 6
File Descriptors
Ch. 7
User space apps working with Hardware
Ch. 8
Linux Processes
Ch. 9
Signals
Ch. 10
Memory associated topics
Ch. 11
Linux Threads "Pthreads"
Ch. 12
Synchronization and Critical Sections
Ch. 13
Processes Vs.Threads
Ch. 14
Inter-process Communication (IPC)
Ch. 15
IThe IO subsystem
Ch. 16
Zero copy
Ch. 17
Networking
Ch. 18
Introduction to Linux Device Drivers
Benny Cohen
Embedded Academy Founder and CEO
As a long-time veteran in the technology industry, Benny Cohen combines a deep passion for technology with extensive field experience. With a B.Sc. in Electronics Engineering and an M.Sc. in Communication Engineering, he has spent over 20 years developing software and hardware systems, including the last few years focusing on the cybersecurity industry. In addition to his role as the company founder & CEO, Benny also operates as a hands-on practitioner who specializes in penetration testing and has conducted significant security assessments for leading enterprises and security companies worldwide. His approachable teaching style and real-world expertise make learning both engaging and relevant.
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