Definition and CharacteristicsWhat are embedded applications? Key features: real-time constraints, resource limitations, and energy efficiency
Overview of use cases in IoT, automotive, industrial automation, healthcare, and consumer electronics
Applications of Embedded Systems
Understanding Embedded System ComponentsMicrocontrollers, sensors, actuators, and communication interfaces Overview of system architecture and design principles
Real-time operating systems (RTOS) vs. general-purpose operating systems Popular RTOS options (e.g., FreeRTOS, VxWorks, RTEMS)
Embedded Operating Systems
Development ProcessStages of embedded software development: requirements, design, implementation, testing, and deployment
Using version control systems (e.g., Git) for embedded projects Best practices for team collaboration in embedded development
Version Control and Collaboration
Programming Languages for Embedded ApplicationsIntroduction to C, C++, and Python for embedded systems Overview of assembly language for performance-critical applications
Setting up and using popular IDEs (e.g., Eclipse, Keil, MPLAB) Debugging techniques and tools for embedded applications
Integrated Development Environments (IDEs)
GPIO and Peripheral InterfacesUnderstanding and programming General-Purpose Input/Output (GPIO) Interfacing with various peripherals (LEDs, buttons, displays)
Implementing serial communication (UART, SPI, I2C) Understanding and using CAN, USB, and Ethernet interfaces
Communication Protocols
Real-Time System ConceptsUnderstanding real-time constraints and system behavior Scheduling algorithms and priority management in embedded systems
Writing and optimizing real-time applications Managing interrupts and handling time-sensitive operations
Implementing Real-Time Features
Understanding Embedded Memory TypesTypes of memory: RAM, ROM, Flash, EEPROM Memory allocation techniques and optimization
Techniques for efficient memory usage and management in embedded applications
Managing Resources
Debugging TechniquesUsing hardware and software tools for debugging embedded applications Analyzing and resolving common issues in embedded systems
Unit testing, integration testing, and system testing Writing test cases for embedded applications
Testing Strategies
Understanding Power ConsumptionMeasuring and analyzing power usage in embedded systems Techniques for optimizing energy efficiency in applications
Implementing sleep modes, power scaling, and energy harvesting solutions
Power Management Strategies
