Overview of Embedded SystemsDefinition and characteristics of embedded systems Differences between embedded systems and general-purpose computing
Examples in automotive, consumer electronics, healthcare, and industrial applications
Applications of Embedded Systems
Basic Components of Embedded SystemsMicrocontrollers, microprocessors, memory, and peripherals Input/Output devices and their roles
Overview of embedded system design processes Block diagrams and system-level architecture
Understanding System Design
Common Programming LanguagesC and C++ for embedded programming Assembly language basics and when to use it
Criteria for selecting programming languages for specific applications
Choosing the Right Language
Embedded Development ToolsOverview of IDEs, compilers, and debuggers for embedded programming Using cross-compilers and toolchains
Installing and configuring development tools for embedded programming
Setting Up the Development Environment
Basic I/O OperationsDigital and analog input/output Working with GPIO (General Purpose Input/Output)
I2C, SPI, and UART protocols Interfacing sensors and actuators
Communicating with Peripherals
Introduction to RTOSUnderstanding the need for real-time operating systems Overview of popular RTOS options (FreeRTOS, Zephyr, etc.)
Scheduling algorithms and task prioritization Inter-task communication mechanisms (semaphores, queues)
Task Management in RTOS
Memory Types and ArchitecturesUnderstanding RAM, ROM, EEPROM, and Flash memory Managing memory in constrained environments
Challenges and best practices for dynamic memory management in embedded systems
Dynamic Memory Allocation
