Embedded Systems Training in the UAE

This instructor-led, live training in the UAE (online or onsite) is aimed at intermediate-level automotive engineers and technicians who wish to gain hands-on experience in testing, simulating, and diagnosing ECUs using Vector tools like CANoe and CANape.

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

• Understand the role and function of ECUs in automotive systems.
• Set up and configure Vector tools such as CANoe and CANape.
• Simulate and test ECU communication on CAN and LIN networks.
• Analyze data and perform diagnostics on ECUs.
• Create test cases and automate testing workflows.
• Calibrate and optimize ECUs using practical approaches.

This instructor-led, live training in the UAE (online or onsite) is aimed at intermediate-level automotive engineers and embedded systems developers who wish to understand the theoretical aspects of ECUs, focusing on Vector-based tools and methodologies used in automotive design and development.

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

• Understand the architecture and functions of ECUs in modern vehicles.
• Analyze communication protocols used in ECU development.
• Explore Vector-based tools and their theoretical applications.
• Apply model-based development principles to ECU design.

This instructor-led, live training in the UAE (online or onsite) is aimed at intermediate-level embedded systems engineers and AI developers who wish to deploy machine learning models on microcontrollers using TensorFlow Lite and Edge Impulse.

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

• Understand the fundamentals of TinyML and its benefits for edge AI applications.
• Set up a development environment for TinyML projects.
• Train, optimize, and deploy AI models on low-power microcontrollers.
• Use TensorFlow Lite and Edge Impulse to implement real-world TinyML applications.
• Optimize AI models for power efficiency and memory constraints.

In this instructor-led, live training in the UAE, participants will learn how to program the Arduino using advanced techniques as they step through the creation of a simple sensor alert system.

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

• Understand how Arduino works.
• Dig deep into the main components and functionalities of Arduino.
• Program the Arduino without using the Arduino IDE.

This instructor-led, live training in the UAE (online or onsite) is aimed at engineers who wish to learn how to use embedded C to program various types of microcontrollers based on different processor architectures (8051, ARM CORTEX M-3, and ARM9).

In this instructor-led, live training in the UAE, participants will learn how to program the Arduino for real-world usage, such as to control lights, motors and motion detection sensors. This course assumes the use of real hardware components in a live lab environment (not software-simulated hardware). 

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

• Program Arduino to control lights, motors, and other devices.
• Understand Arduino's architecture, including inputs and connectors for add-on devices.
• Add third-party components such as LCDs, accelerometers, gyroscopes, and GPS trackers to extend Arduino's functionality.
• Understand the various options in programming languages, from C to drag-and-drop languages.
• Test, debug, and deploy the Arduino to solve real world problems.

An ARM processor belongs to a series of CPUs that are based on the RISC (reduced instruction set computer) architecture, which was developed by Advanced RISC Machines (ARM).

In this instructor-led live session, attendees will gain the skills needed to construct a robot utilizing Arduino hardware and programming in Arduino (C/C++).

Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:

• Create and manage a robotic system that integrates both software and hardware elements
• Grasp the fundamental principles behind robotic technologies
• Integrate motors, sensors, and microcontrollers into an operational robot
• Craft the mechanical framework of a robot

Audience

• Software Developers
• Engineers
• Hobbyists

Course Format

• The course will combine lectures, discussions, practical exercises, and extensive hands-on activities.

Note

• The instructor will specify the hardware kits required for the training in advance. These kits will generally include:

• An Arduino board
• A motor controller
• A distance sensor
• A Bluetooth slave module
• A prototyping board and cables
• A USB cable
• A vehicle kit

• Participants are responsible for purchasing their own hardware.
• If you require customization of this training, please contact us to discuss your needs.

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.

The C programming language is widely regarded as the most favored choice for developing embedded systems.

This instructor-led, live training in the UAE (online or onsite) is aimed at engineers and computer scientists who wish to apply the fundamentals of circuits and electronics to design devices and systems that utilize properties of electrical components for the development of hardware functionalities.

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

• Set-up and configure the necessary tools and programs for circuits and circuit board development.
• Understand the basic principles behind circuits and electronics engineering.
• Utilize the primary electronic components in constructing efficient computer hardware technologies.
• Optimize electronic devices by implementing circuit analysis methods.
• Apply the fundamentals of electronics and circuits to the development of enterprise applications.

Is C++ appropriate for embedded systems like microcontrollers and real-time operating systems?

Should object-oriented programming be utilized in microcontrollers?

Does C++ lack efficiency due to its distance from the hardware?

This instructor-led, live training session explores these questions and illustrates through discussion and practical exercises how C++ can be effectively used to develop embedded systems with precise, readable, and efficient code. Participants will apply theoretical knowledge by creating a sample embedded application in C++.

By the end of this training, participants will:

• Grasp the principles of object-oriented modeling, embedded software programming, and real-time programming
• Create compact, fast, and secure code for embedded systems
• Avoid unnecessary code expansion from templates, exceptions, and other language features
• Understand the challenges associated with using C++ in safety-critical and real-time systems
• Debug a C++ program on target devices

Audience

• Developers
• Designers

Course Format

• Combination of lectures, discussions, exercises, and extensive hands-on practice

This instructor-led, live training in the UAE (online or onsite) is aimed at engineers and scientists who wish to learn and apply DSP implementations to efficiently handle different signal types and gain better control over multi-channel electronic systems.

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

• Setup and configure the necessary software platform and tools for Digital Signal Processing.
• Understand the concepts and principles that are foundational to DSP and its applications.
• Familiarize themselves with DSP components and employ them in electronics systems.
• Generate algorithms and operational functions using the results from DSP.
• Utilize the basic features of DSP software platforms and design signal filters.
• Synthesize DSP simulations and implement various types of filters for DSP.

A two-day course that covers all design principles, complete with code examples and the latest industrial technologies; highly beneficial for automotive software developers.

This instructor-led, live training session (conducted online or at your site) is designed for C developers interested in mastering the principles of embedded C design.

Upon completion of this training, attendees will be able to:

• Grasp the design factors that ensure reliability in embedded C programs
• Determine the functionality required for an embedded system
• Construct program logic and structure to achieve intended outcomes
• Create a dependable, error-free embedded application
• Achieve peak performance from target hardware

Course Format:

• Engaging lecture and discussion
• Exercises and practical activities
• Hands-on implementation in a live-lab setting

Customization Options for the Course:

• To arrange a customized training session, please contact us to discuss your requirements.

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.

This course provides practical training on the basics of Embedded Computers.

This course aims to introduce C++ as an extension of C for object-oriented embedded system development. Given that C++ encompasses C, this training guides us seamlessly from C to C++, delving into how C++ is implemented. This knowledge is particularly beneficial when using C++ in environments with limited resources. The C++ standard has recently seen significant updates, known as C++11 and the upcoming C++14. This course covers topics introduced by these revisions that are especially useful, such as high-performance memory management, concurrency leveraging multicore systems, and programming close to the hardware.

GOAL/BENEFITS

The primary goal of this class is for you to be able to use C++ in a "correct" manner.

• Introduce C++ as an object-oriented alternative within embedded systems
• Highlight the similarities and differences between C++ and C
• Understand various memory management strategies, including move semantics from C++11
• Explore how different programming paradigms in C++ translate into machine code
• Leverage templates to create type-safe high-level abstractions for hardware-centric tasks like memory-mapped I/O and interrupts, with a focus on variadic templates introduced in C++11
• Introduce design patterns particularly useful in embedded systems contexts
• A series of exercises to practice key concepts

AUDIENCE/PARTICIPANTS

This training is designed for C++ programmers looking to apply their skills in the context of embedded systems.

PREVIOUS KNOWLEDGE

The course assumes basic proficiency in C++, equivalent to our "C++ – Level 1" and "C++ Level 2 – Introducing C++11" trainings.

PRACTICAL EXERCISES

You will practice the concepts covered through various exercises during the training. We will use the open-source Eclipse integrated development environment for these activities.

In this instructor-led, live training in the UAE 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.

This instructor-led, live training in the UAE (online or onsite) is aimed at engineers who wish to design high-performance embedded systems using FPGA.

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

• Install and configure the FPGA software tools needed to design and simulate an embedded system.
• Select the best FPGA architecture for an application.
• Develop and enhance various FPGA designs.

In this instructor-led, live training in the UAE, participants will learn how to code using FreeRTOS as they step through the development of a simple RTOS project using a microcontroller.

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

• Understand the basic concepts of real-time operating systems.
• Learn the environment of FreeRTOS.
• Learn how to code with FreeRTOS.
• Interface a FreeRTOS application to hardware peripherals.

In this instructor-led, live training in the UAE, participants will learn the fundamentals of IoT as they step through the creation of an Arduino-based IoT sensor system.

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

• Understand the principles of IoT, including IoT components and communication techniques.
• Learn how to use Arduino communication modules that can be used for different IoT systems.
• Learn how to use and program a mobile app to control Arduino.
• Use a Wi-Fi module to connect the Arduino to another device.
• Build and deploy their own IoT Sensor System.

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.

This instructor-led, live training in the UAE (online or onsite) is aimed at FPGA developers who wish to use Vivado to design, debug, and implement hardware solutions.

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

• Develop HDL systems with C code and Vivado tools.
• Generate and implement soft processors in Vivado.
• Test and simulate C code using Vivado.

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.

Model-Based Development (MBD) is a software development approach that accelerates and reduces costs associated with creating dynamic systems such as control systems, signal processing, and communication systems. This method emphasizes graphical modeling over conventional text-based programming.

This instructor-led live training will guide participants on how to leverage MBD techniques to cut down on development expenses and speed up the market release of their embedded software products.

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

• Select and effectively use appropriate tools for implementing MBD.
• Employ MBD to achieve rapid development during the initial phases of their embedded software projects.
• Accelerate the market release of their embedded software products.

Course Format:

• A combination of lectures, discussions, exercises, and extensive hands-on practice.

This instructor-led, live training in the UAE (online or onsite) is aimed at engineers who wish to learn the design principles of microcontroller design.

This instructor-led, live training in the UAE (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 course, attendees will acquire knowledge of C++ concepts and develop their programming abilities.

The design of a PCB (Printed Circuit Board) involves the creation, etching, and printing of circuits on signal board layouts. EAGLE is a freely accessible desktop application used for designing PCBs.

This instructor-led live training session will guide participants through using Eagle software to develop PCB circuit boards. The course begins with an analysis of existing schematics before moving on to drawing original circuits in Eagle. Participants will learn the process of designing circuit boards and gain insight into the manufacturing process (though physical board manufacturing is not covered).

Upon completion of this training, participants will be able to:

• Create a PCB from any schematic
• Design schematics and circuit boards using Eagle
• Export industry-standard files for constructing the circuit board

Audience

• Engineers
• Technicians

Course Format

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

Notes

• To request a customized training for this course, please contact us to arrange.

The design of PCB (Printed Circuit Board) circuits involves creating, etching, and printing circuit layouts on signal boards. Altium Designer is a freely accessible desktop application used for designing PCBs.

This instructor-led live training will guide participants through using the Altium software to develop PCB circuit boards. The course begins with an analysis of existing schematics before moving on to drawing original circuits in Altium. Participants will learn the entire process from design to manufacturing of the circuit board.

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

• Create a Printed Circuit Board (PCB) based on any schematic
• Design schematics and circuit boards using Altium
• Print and etch physical circuit boards
• Export industry-standard files for large-scale manufacturing

Audience

• Engineers
• Technicians

Course Format

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

Notes

• To request a customized training for this course, please contact us to arrange the details.

The Raspberry Pi is a compact, minimalist computer created by The Raspberry Pi Foundation.

The Raspberry Pi is a compact single-board computer.

In this instructor-led live training session, participants will learn how to configure and program the Raspberry Pi to function as an interactive and robust embedded system.

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

• Set up an IDE (integrated development environment) for optimal development efficiency
• Program the Raspberry Pi to control devices such as motion sensors, alarms, web servers, and printers
• Comprehend the architecture of the Raspberry Pi, including its inputs and connectors for additional devices
• Familiarize themselves with different programming languages and operating systems available
• Test, debug, and deploy the Raspberry Pi to address real-world challenges

Audience

• Software developers
• Hardware/software technicians
• Technical professionals across various industries
• Hobbyists

Course Format

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

Note

• The Raspberry Pi supports multiple operating systems and programming languages. This course will utilize the Linux-based Raspbian operating system and Python programming language. For a specific setup, please contact us to arrange.
• Participants are responsible for purchasing their own Raspberry Pi hardware and components.

A real-time operating system (RTOS) is an operating system (OS) designed to handle real-time application processes immediately as data becomes available, usually eliminating any buffering delays.

This instructor-led, live training in the UAE (online or onsite) is aimed at engineers who wish to write, load and run machine learning models on very small embedded devices.

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

• Install TensorFlow Lite.
• Load machine learning models onto an embedded device to enable it to detect speech, classify images, etc.
• Add AI to hardware devices without relying on network connectivity.

In this instructor-led, live training in the UAE, 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.

This course provides a comprehensive introduction to the Zig programming language, covering its syntax, memory management, application development, and advanced features. Participants will gain hands-on experience with Zig’s unique approach to safety, performance, and interoperability, making it a strong alternative to C and Rust. The course includes practical exercises to reinforce learning and build confidence in writing efficient, reliable Zig programs.