Embedded Linux Training in Bologna

Buildroot is an open-source initiative featuring scripts designed to generate a cross-compilation toolchain, a customizable root filesystem image, and a Linux kernel tailored for embedded devices. Throughout this hands-on course, participants will acquire the skills to utilize the framework effectively:

• Selecting the appropriate software packages to include in the root filesystem.
• Introducing new packages and modifying existing ones.
• Adding support for new embedded hardware boards.

Participants will produce bootable filesystem images during the training. For remote sessions, the QEMU emulator is utilized, while classroom settings allow for the use of either QEMU or actual embedded boards selected by the instructor.

Projects with comparable objectives include the Yocto project and OpenWRT. To help determine the most suitable tool for your specific requirements, please review these presentations.

Course Objectives

Gain a comprehensive understanding of embedded GNU/Linux fundamentals, including how its components integrate. Learn which elements are required to construct an embedded GNU/Linux system, their sources, and the methods for configuring, building, and installing them. Discover where to seek support and navigate software licensing considerations. Practical, hands-on exercises equip you with the necessary experience to confidently develop your own embedded GNU/Linux systems upon successful completion of this training.

Description

This five-day course combines practical exercises with instruction to illustrate embedded GNU/Linux concepts, designed to accelerate your proficiency. The philosophy, core concepts, and essential commands for effective GNU/Linux usage are conveyed through a blend of theoretical knowledge and practical application.

Rather than starting from scratch, learn from an experienced trainer and leave with a working knowledge of GNU/Linux, enabling you to leverage it effectively in your own embedded development projects.

Who should attend?

This course is ideal for managers, project managers, software, hardware, development, and systems engineers, testers, administrators, technicians, and other interested parties who wish to quickly understand how Embedded GNU/Linux operates. It is suitable for those who currently use GNU/Linux, have the flexibility to decide on its viability for their needs, are unsure if they are correctly utilizing Embedded GNU/Linux, or are currently using a different operating system and wish to evaluate if GNU/Linux offers better performance or cost efficiency.

Delivery Options

While all training materials are in English, presentations can be delivered in either English or German, available worldwide.

• On-site - instructor-led
• Online - instructor-led
• On-site/online combination - instructor-led

This two-day program is comprised of approximately 60% hands-on labs, centered on the internal workings, architecture, and development of the Embedded Linux kernel. Participants will explore techniques for writing and integrating various types of device drivers.

Who should attend?

This course is designed for engineers who wish to engage in Linux kernel development within embedded systems and platforms.

This is a two day course covering all basic principles of building Embedded linux Systems, around 60% of the entire course time is practical hands-on implementation for real world application using the same standards and tools used in industry

In this instructor-led live training in Bologna, 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 course combines practical exercises with instructional guidance to illustrate the concepts of GNU/Linux kernel internals and device driver development. It is designed to help you quickly gain proficiency. We cover the processes, concepts, and commands necessary for writing GNU/Linux device drivers, blending theoretical knowledge with hands-on training.

There is no need to reinvent the wheel. Instead, learn from an experienced instructor and leave with a working knowledge of how to effectively apply these skills in your own embedded development projects.

Who should attend?

This course is ideal for individuals interested in or tasked with the development or evaluation of GNU/Linux device drivers, such as 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 substitute for the proprietary firmware typically provided by manufacturers for various wireless routers and non-networking devices.

During this instructor-led live training, participants will gain the skills necessary to configure a wireless router running LEDE.

Audience

• Network administrators and technicians

Course Format

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

This instructor-led live training in Bologna (available online or onsite) targets engineers seeking to implement NetApp ONTAP.

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

• Set up and administer an ONTAP 9.3 Cluster (3 days).
• Secure data using Data Protection technologies (2 days).

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

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

• Comprehend the fundamental concepts underlying the 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.

Description

This four-day training blends theoretical concepts with practical exercises to introduce participants to the Yocto Project. It addresses common questions such as:

• Is it truly necessary to employ a distinct version of the toolchain, libraries, and packages for each GNU/Linux project, alongside a different workflow?
• Can you guarantee that the development environment remains identical for all developers and suppliers, allowing you to reproduce the same builds consistently for over a decade?
• Can the YP assist in identifying the software licenses applicable to the packages you utilize?

Practical sessions are conducted on target hardware (e.g., BeagleBone Black Rev. C - http://beagleboard.org/BLACK). Upon completion of the training, you will receive a Docker image containing Ubuntu 14.x with all dependencies pre-installed, along with course examples, enabling you to work with the materials in your own labs. Please note that this is not an introductory course to Embedded GNU/Linux. You should already possess a understanding of how Embedded GNU/Linux operates, including how to configure and build the GNU/Linux kernel and its drivers.

Who should attend?

This course is designed for individuals who already use GNU/Linux in their projects and have heard of the Yocto Project but hesitated to explore it further or found it difficult to use. If you are unsure whether your daily workflow can be adapted to the YP and generally perceive the YP as overly complex, wondering why everything wasn't easier before, this training will help you decide if the YP is necessary for you. The workshop is suitable for software engineers, developers, system engineers, testers, administrators, and other stakeholders with a strong background in Embedded GNU/Linux.