Embedded Linux Training in Abu Dhabi

Buildroot is an open-source initiative that provides scripts to generate a cross-compilation toolchain, a customizable root filesystem image, and a Linux kernel tailored for embedded devices. Throughout this practical course, participants will learn how to utilize it effectively:

• Selecting software components for inclusion in the root filesystem.
• Adding new packages and making modifications to existing ones.
• Incorporating support for various embedded boards.

The course will result in the creation of bootable filesystem images. For remote sessions, the QEMU emulator is used, whereas classroom settings may utilize either QEMU or actual embedded boards chosen by the instructor.

Other comparable projects include the Yocto project and OpenWRT. To decide which one suits your requirements best, please refer to these presentations and this document.

Course Objectives

To offer an understanding of the fundamentals of embedded GNU/Linux and how its various components integrate. This includes identifying necessary components for building an embedded GNU/Linux system, sourcing them, and configuring, building, and installing them. Additionally, it covers where to seek assistance and navigate software licenses. Practical exercises will equip you with hands-on experience to develop your own embedded GNU/Linux systems after successfully completing this training.

Description

This five-day course combines practical exercises with theoretical instruction to explain the principles of embedded GNU/Linux. It is crafted to quickly enhance your proficiency. The philosophy, concepts, and commands essential for utilizing GNU/Linux effectively are detailed through a blend of theory and hands-on practice.

Avoid reinventing the wheel; instead, learn from an experienced instructor and gain practical knowledge of GNU/Linux that you can apply in your own embedded development projects.

Who Should Attend?

This course is ideal for managers, project managers, software engineers, hardware engineers, systems engineers, testers, administrators, technicians, and others interested in the technology who wish to quickly grasp how Embedded GNU/Linux operates. You should either be using GNU/Linux or have the discretion to determine its suitability for your projects. If you've attempted to use Embedded GNU/Linux before but are unsure about your approach, this course is for you. Alternatively, if you're currently using a different operating system and want to evaluate whether GNU/Linux could offer better performance or cost-effectiveness.

Delivery Options

All training materials are in English, though the presentation can be conducted in either English or German, as per your preference, globally.

• On-site - instructor-led
• Online - instructor-led
• Combination of on-site and online - instructor-led

This two-day course includes approximately 60% hands-on labs that delve into the intricacies of the Embedded Linux kernel, its architecture, development processes, and techniques for writing and integrating various types of device drivers.

Who should attend?

The program is ideal for engineers with an interest in developing the Linux kernel for embedded systems and platforms.

This two-day course focuses on the fundamental principles of developing Embedded Linux systems. Approximately 60% of the total course duration is dedicated to practical, hands-on implementation using industry-standard tools and techniques for real-world applications.

In this instructor-led, live training in Abu Dhabi participants will learn step-by-step how to build an embedded Linux system from the ground up. From building a minimalistic kernel to configuring the bootup and initialization processes, participants will learn the tools, techniques and mindset needed to deploy a fully functional embedded Linux system.

For remote trainings, QEMU will be used to emulate the hardware. Other platforms, including real hardware devices, can be considered on a case by case basis.

Description

This 5-day training program combines hands-on exercises and instruction to elucidate the intricacies of GNU/Linux kernel internals and device driver development. It is designed to rapidly enhance your understanding. We cover processes, concepts, and commands essential for crafting GNU/Linux device drivers through a blend of theoretical knowledge and practical experience.

Avoid reinventing the wheel; instead, learn from an experienced instructor and acquire a functional expertise that you can effectively apply in your own embedded development projects.

Who should attend?

This course is ideal for individuals with an interest or responsibility in developing or assessing GNU/Linux device drivers, including software engineers, field engineers, (project) managers, and hardware engineers.

The LEDE Project (Linux Embedded Development Environment) is a Linux operating system derived from OpenWrt. It serves as a comprehensive alternative to the default firmware for various wireless routers and non-network devices.

During this instructor-led live training, participants will learn how to configure a wireless router using LEDE.

Audience

• Network administrators and technicians

Course Format

• The course includes lectures, discussions, exercises, and extensive hands-on practice.

This instructor-led, live training in Abu Dhabi (online or onsite) is aimed at engineers who wish to implement NetApp ONTAP.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Set up and administer ONTAP 9.3 Cluster (3 days).
• Safeguard data through Data Protection technologies (2 days).

In this instructor-led, live training in Abu Dhabi, participants will learn how to create a build system for embedded Linux based on Yocto Project.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Understand the fundamental concepts behind a Yocto Project build system, including recipes, metadata, and layers.
• Build a Linux image and run it under emulation.
• Save time and energy building embedded Linux systems.