Linux Kernel Programming and Introduction to Yocto Project
Master Linux kernel development, device drivers, and Yocto Project for embedded systems. Perfect for advanced embedded Linux developers.
Master Linux kernel development, device drivers, and Yocto Project for embedded systems. Perfect for advanced embedded Linux developers.
This course cannot be purchased separately - to access the complete learning experience, graded assignments, and earn certificates, you'll need to enroll in the full Advanced Embedded Linux Development Specialization program. You can audit this specific course for free to explore the content, which includes access to course materials and lectures. This allows you to learn at your own pace without any financial commitment.
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What you'll learn
Learn fundamentals of Linux kernel development
Build and deploy custom Linux kernel drivers
Master Yocto Project for embedded device images
Implement character drivers and handle concurrency
Develop skills in kernel debugging techniques
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This course includes:
6.3 Hours PreRecorded video
6 quizzes
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There are 4 modules in this course
This comprehensive course focuses on Linux kernel development and the Yocto Project build system. Students learn fundamental concepts of kernel driver development, including character drivers, debugging techniques, and concurrency in the Linux kernel. The course covers practical implementation of device drivers, threading, and custom Linux kernel modules. Through hands-on programming assignments, students build custom embedded Linux systems using the Yocto build system.
Introduction to Device Drivers and Yocto
Module 1 · 8 Hours to complete
Linux Character Drivers and Debugging
Module 2 · 7 Hours to complete
Concurrency in the Linux Kernel
Module 3 · 11 Hours to complete
Kernel sleeping and ioctl
Module 4 · 11 Hours to complete
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Instructor
Scholar of Engineering Practice
Daniel Walkes is a Scholar of Engineering Practice and Lecturer in the Department of Electrical, Computer, and Energy Engineering at the University of Colorado Boulder, where he has been teaching since spring 2019. He specializes in Internet of Things (IoT) embedded firmware, particularly through his course, ECEN 5823. With a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from South Dakota State University and a Master of Science in Electrical Engineering from CU Boulder, Walkes brings a wealth of practical experience to his teaching, having worked in the industry for several years before transitioning to academia.Before joining CU Boulder, Walkes held positions at ProStor Systems, where he developed firmware for embedded computer storage devices, and has since worked as an embedded software developer and freelance consultant on various IoT projects. His professional background includes leading international teams and presenting at meetups on IoT and embedded software design. He is committed to enhancing the Embedded Systems Engineering program at CU Boulder, focusing on expanding online course offerings while providing students with real-world applications of their studies. Through his courses on Linux Embedded Systems and other related topics, Daniel Walkes aims to equip students with the skills necessary to thrive in the rapidly evolving field of embedded systems and IoT technology.
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