Embedded Linux Diploma

Welcome to the Embedded Linux Diploma program! This repository serves as the central hub for all materials, resources, and projects necessary to successfully complete the workshop. Whether you're diving into Linux fundamentals, exploring Raspberry Pi projects, or customizing Yocto images, you'll find everything you need here.

Table of Contents

• Workshop Content
  • 1. Linux Administration
  • 2. Embedded Linux Module
  • 3. Yocto Module
  • 4. C++ Module
  • 5. Device Drivers (Optional)
• Getting Started
• Guidelines
• Additional Resources
• Contact

Workshop Content

1. Linux Administration

• Understanding Linux Kernel Architecture and Spaces
• Exploring Different Stacks Inside the Kernel
• Networking and Filesystem Operations
• Terminal Usage and Shell Scripting
• Package Management and Common Tasks

2. Embedded Linux Module

• Elements of Embedded Linux
• Toolchain, Bootloader, Kernel, and Root File System

3. Yocto Module

• Understanding Build Systems and Main Components
• Exploring Different Layers and Terminologies
• Board Support Package (BSP) and Software Layers
• Application Development, Debugging, and Testing

4. C++ Module

• Fundamentals, Standard Template Library (STL), and Software Design Principles
• Object-Oriented Analysis, Design Patterns, and Concurrency
• Google Testing Framework, CMake, and Debugging Embedded Linux Applications

5. Device Drivers (Optional)

• Extending Linux Functionality
• Writing Various Device Drivers

Getting Started

Follow these steps to get up and running with the Embedded Linux Diploma program:

1. Clone the Repository

git clone https://github.com/orcalinux/embedded-linux-diploma.git

2. Navigate to Respective Modules

Each module is organized into its own directory. Choose the module you wish to start with:

cd embedded-linux-diploma/[module_directory]

Replace [module_directory] with the desired module folder name (e.g., linux-administration, embedded-linux, yocto, cpp-module, device-drivers).

3. Access Learning Materials

Each module directory contains:

• Learning Materials: Presentations, notes, and documentation.
• Code Samples: Example projects and code snippets.
• README.md: Specific instructions and guidelines for the module.

4. Participate and Engage

• Live Sessions: Attend scheduled live workshops and lectures.
• Discussions: Engage in discussions and Q&A sessions.
• Forum: Utilize the workshop forum for queries and collaborative learning.

Guidelines

Attendance and Participation

• Live Sessions: Attend all scheduled live sessions.
• Engagement: Actively participate in discussions and collaborative activities.
• Collaboration: Work with fellow participants to enhance your learning experience.

Assignments and Projects

• Deadlines: Complete all assignments and projects by the specified deadlines.
• Quality: Strive for high-quality submissions and thorough understanding.
• Support: Seek assistance if you encounter challenges.

Communication

• Forum Usage: Use the workshop forum for all queries and discussions related to the content.
• Respect: Maintain respectful and professional communication at all times.
• Feedback: Provide and receive constructive feedback to and from peers.

Certification

• Completion Criteria: Successfully complete all modules and assessments.
• Certification: Receive your certificate upon fulfilling all requirements.

Additional Resources

• Documentation

  • Linux Kernel Documentation
  • Yocto Project Documentation

• Online Communities

  • Stack Overflow
  • Embedded Linux Wiki

• Books and Tutorials

  • The Linux Programming Interface by Michael Kerrisk
  • Linux Device Drivers by Jonathan Corbet, Alessandro Rubini, and Greg Kroah-Hartman
  • Embedded Linux Primer by Christopher Hallinan
  • A practical guide to BitBake
  • Yocto Project Quick Start