Embedded Systems Training in Abu Dhabi

This course concentrates on applying intermediate-level Rust programming to resource-constrained, low-level hardware environments. It covers essential toolchains, safety patterns, real-time considerations, and deployment workflows.

Delivered as an instructor-led live training (available online or onsite), this program is designed for intermediate Rust developers and embedded engineers aiming to build safe and reliable firmware using Rust.

Upon completion, participants will be equipped to:

• Set up and configure a Rust embedded toolchain and debugging environment.
• Write idiomatic, memory-safe firmware utilizing no_std and embedded-hal abstractions.
• Design and implement concurrency and interrupt-safe code in Rust.
• Deploy, debug, and benchmark Rust firmware on actual hardware.

Course Format

• Interactive lectures and discussions.
• Hands-on labs using physical or simulated hardware.
• Guided exercises featuring incremental code development and live debugging sessions.

Course Customization Options

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

This instructor-led, live training in Abu Dhabi (online or onsite) is aimed at developers and embedded systems engineers who wish to leverage Rust for embedded systems programming and gain the necessary skills to develop robust and efficient embedded applications.

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

• Set up a development environment for Rust embedded systems programming.
• Understand and work with microcontrollers and their peripherals using Rust.
• Write efficient and reliable code for resource-constrained embedded systems.
• Handle concurrency and real-time requirements in embedded applications.
• Interface with hardware and use low-level abstractions in Rust.
• Apply power management and low-power optimization techniques in embedded systems.

This live, instructor-led training in Abu Dhabi (online or onsite) is tailored for intermediate-level automotive engineers and technicians seeking practical experience in testing, simulating, and diagnosing ECUs using Vector tools like CANoe and CANape.

Upon completion of this training, participants will be capable of:

• Gaining insight into the role and functionality of ECUs within automotive frameworks.
• Establishing and configuring Vector tools like CANoe and CANape.
• Simulating and evaluating ECU communication across CAN and LIN networks.
• Conducting data analysis and performing diagnostics on ECUs.
• Developing test scenarios and automating testing processes.
• Calibrating and refining ECUs through practical methodologies.

This instructor-led live training in Abu Dhabi (online or onsite) targets intermediate-level automotive engineers and embedded systems developers who aim to grasp the theoretical aspects of ECUs, emphasizing Vector-based tools and methodologies employed 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 Abu Dhabi (online or onsite) is designed for intermediate-level embedded systems engineers and AI developers who want to deploy machine learning models on microcontrollers using TensorFlow Lite and Edge Impulse.

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

• Grasp the fundamentals of TinyML and its advantages for edge AI applications.
• Configure a development environment tailored for TinyML projects.
• Train, optimize, and deploy AI models on low-power microcontrollers.
• Leverage TensorFlow Lite and Edge Impulse to build real-world TinyML applications.
• Enhance AI models for improved power efficiency and adherence to memory limitations.

Embedded systems are specialized computing solutions crafted to execute specific tasks within broader ecosystems. IoT (Internet of Things) refers to a network of connected physical devices equipped with sensors and software, enabling them to communicate and share data via the internet.

This instructor-led live training, available both online and onsite, is designed for technical beginners looking to grasp and apply embedded systems and IoT principles using C programming and microcontroller architectures.

Upon completion, participants will be equipped to:

• Comprehend the architecture and components of embedded systems.
• Develop and compile C code to facilitate interaction with embedded hardware.
• Operate microcontroller peripherals, including timers and ADCs.
• Grasp the role of embedded systems within IoT architectures.

Course Format

• Engaging lectures and interactive discussions.
• Numerous exercises and practical practice sessions.
• Hands-on implementation within a live lab environment.

Customization Options

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

In this instructor-led, live training in Abu Dhabi, 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 Abu Dhabi (online or onsite) is designed for engineers who want to master embedded C programming across various microcontroller architectures, including 8051, ARM CORTEX M-3, and ARM9.

In this instructor-led, live training in Abu Dhabi, 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.

This instructor-led live training equips participants with the skills to build a robot utilizing Arduino hardware and the Arduino (C/C++) programming language.

Upon completion of this training, participants will be capable of:

• Constructing and operating a robotic system that integrates both software and hardware elements
• Grasping the fundamental principles underlying robotic technologies
• Integrating motors, sensors, and microcontrollers to create a functional robot
• Designing the mechanical framework of a robot

Target Audience

• Developers
• Engineers
• Enthusiasts

Course Format

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

Important Note

• The instructor will specify the hardware kits required prior to the training. These kits will typically include the following components:
• Arduino board
• Motor controller
• Distance sensor
• Bluetooth slave module
• Prototyping board and cables
• USB cable
• Vehicle chassis kit
• Participants are responsible for purchasing their own hardware.
• For customized training options, please contact us to make arrangements.

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

Should object-oriented programming principles be applied within microcontrollers?

Does C++ distance itself too much from the hardware to remain efficient?

This instructor-led live training explores these questions, demonstrating through discussion and practical exercises how C++ can be utilized to develop embedded systems with code that is precise, readable, and efficient. Participants will apply theoretical knowledge by developing a sample embedded application using C++.

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

• Comprehend the principles of object-oriented modeling, embedded software programming, and real-time programming
• Write code for embedded systems that is compact, fast, and secure
• Prevent code bloat resulting 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 a target device

Audience

• Developers
• Designers

Format of the course

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

This instructor-led live training in Abu Dhabi (available online or onsite) targets engineers and scientists eager to learn and apply DSP implementations to efficiently handle diverse signal types and achieve better control over multi-channel electronic systems.

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

• Install and configure the necessary software platforms and tools for Digital Signal Processing.
• Understand the foundational concepts and principles of DSP and its applications.
• Become proficient with DSP components and utilize them in electronics systems.
• Create algorithms and operational functions using DSP results.
• Use basic features of DSP software platforms to design signal filters.
• Develop DSP simulations and implement various filter types for DSP.

This instructor-led training session, available both online and onsite, is designed for C developers seeking to master the design principles of embedded C.

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

• Grasp the design considerations essential for ensuring the reliability of embedded C programs.
• Define the functionality of an embedded system.
• Establish the program logic and structure required to achieve the desired outcomes.
• Design reliable and error-free embedded applications.
• Maximize the performance of the target hardware.

Course Format:

• Interactive lectures and discussions.
• Exercises and practical practice.
• Hands-on implementation in a live-lab environment.

Course Customization Options:

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

This two-day program offers an intensive learning experience, with approximately 60% dedicated to practical labs. The course delves into Embedded Linux kernel internals, architecture, and development, while exploring techniques for writing and integrating various types of device drivers.

Who should attend?

This course is ideal for engineers who wish to pursue Linux kernel development within embedded systems and platforms.

Develop embedded Linux systems from the ground up using industry-standard cross-development tools and hands-on projects. This two-day course explores Linux history, open-source development models, bootloaders, custom system construction, build systems, and application debugging. With 60% practical implementation time, participants configure bootloaders, compile toolchains, construct filesystems, and execute real-world embedded Linux development tasks.

This training program aims to introduce C++ as the natural extension of C for developing object-oriented embedded systems. Since C++ builds upon C, the course guides participants through this transition smoothly while exploring the internal mechanics of C++ implementation. This insight is particularly valuable for understanding how to effectively apply C++ in resource-constrained embedded environments. With the C++ standard undergoing significant updates in C++11 and the introduction of C++14, this course covers key advancements such as high-performance memory management, multicore concurrency, and bare-metal hardware programming.

GOAL/BENEFITS

The primary objective of this course is to enable you to utilize C++ in an "idomatic and correct manner." 

• Present C++ as an object-oriented alternative for embedded system development
• Highlight the similarities and differences between C and C++
• Understand various memory management strategies, with a focus on move semantics introduced in C++11
• Examine the underlying machine code generated by different C++ paradigms
• Utilize templates to create type-safe, high-level abstractions for bare-metal programming, including memory-mapped I/O and interrupts, particularly leveraging variadic templates from C++11
• Explore useful design patterns applicable to embedded contexts
• Engage in practical exercises to reinforce key concepts

AUDIENCE/PARTICIPANTS

This training is designed for C++ programmers looking to begin using C++ within embedded system contexts.

PREVIOUS KNOWLEDGE

Participants are expected to have basic C++ programming knowledge, equivalent to our "C++ – Level 1" and "C++ Level 2 – Introducing C++11" training courses.

PRACTICAL EXERCISES

Throughout the training, you will apply the presented concepts through a series of exercises using the open-source and free integrated development environment from Eclipse.

This instructor-led, live training in Abu Dhabi (online or onsite) is designed for engineers aiming 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 Abu Dhabi, 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.

Model-Based Development (MBD) is a software development methodology that facilitates faster, more cost-effective creation of dynamic systems, including control systems, signal processing, and communication systems. It emphasizes graphical modeling over traditional text-based programming.

In this instructor-led live training, participants will learn how to apply MBD methodologies to reduce development costs and accelerate the time to market for their embedded software products.

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

• Select and utilize the appropriate tools for implementing MBD.
• Use MBD to facilitate rapid development during the early stages of their embedded software projects.
• Shorten the release cycle of their embedded software into the market.

Format of the course

• Combination of lectures, discussions, exercises, and intensive 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).

This instructor-led, live training in Abu Dhabi (online or onsite) is aimed at developers who wish to use C++ to apply object-oriented programming techniques and improve software design.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to: implement object-oriented concepts in C++, design modular applications, apply encapsulation and abstraction, and structure maintainable codebases.

This instructor-led, live training (available online or on-site) is tailored for embedded engineers and system administrators looking to build, customize, and deploy OpenBMC firmware for server management purposes.

This instructor-led, live training (available online or onsite) is designed for hardware validation and system test engineers who wish to implement, test, and troubleshoot IPMI and sensor management on OpenBMC platforms.

This instructor-led, live training session, available online or onsite, is designed for security engineers and firmware developers seeking to strengthen OpenBMC deployments against unauthorized access and firmware tampering.

This instructor-led, live training, available online or onsite, is aimed at embedded Linux developers who wish to master the OpenBMC build system, customize layers, and create production-ready BMC firmware images.

PCB (Printed Circuit Board) Circuit Design involves the process of designing, etching, and printing circuits on a signal board layout. EAGLE is a freely available desktop application for designing PCBs.

In this instructor-led, live training, participants will learn how to use the Eagle software to create PCB circuit boards. The course starts by examining a set of existing schematics, then drawing out an original circuit in Eagle. The training steps through process for designing the circuit board and discusses the process for manufacturing the boards (the course does not include the physical manufacturing of the boards).

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

• Create a Printed Circuit Board (PCB) from any schematic
• Create schematics and design circuit boards using Eagle
• Export the industry-standard files for constructing the circuit board

Audience

• Engineers
• Technicians

Format of the Course

• Part lecture, part discussion, exercises and heavy hands-on practice

Notes

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

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

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

• Grasp the fundamental concepts behind a Yocto Project build system, covering recipes, metadata, and layers.
• Build a Linux image and operate it under emulation.
• Optimize processes to save time and energy in building embedded Linux systems.

This course offers a thorough introduction to the Zig programming language, encompassing its syntax, memory management, application development, and advanced capabilities. Participants will acquire practical experience with Zig's distinctive approach to safety, performance, and interoperability, positioning it as a robust alternative to C and Rust. The curriculum features practical exercises designed to reinforce learning and build confidence in developing efficient, reliable Zig programs.