Hands-on Embedded Systems with Atmel SAM4s ARM Processor

🌟 Hands-on Embedded Systems with Atmel SAM4s ARM Processor 🌟

[Course Headline & Update Info]

Understand the processor core and the ADC peripheral with hands-on projects using the Atmel SAM4s microcontrollers (Received a major update in Feb 2018 based on student feedback)

[Instructor Introduction]

Meet your instructor, Akshay Gill! With a passion for microcontrollers that began in childhood and a professional career writing firmware for electric cars, Akshay brings over 10 years of experience in embedded systems, particularly in Silicon Valley. His unique insight into industry standards and educational gaps has shaped this course to provide you with the essential skills for transitioning from Arduino to Atmel SAM4s ARM microcontrollers.

[Course Structure Overview]

This course is meticulously structured into 8 comprehensive sections:

1. [Transitioning from Arduino to ARM Cortex-M]

   • Explore the differences between Arduino and 32 bit ARM microcontrollers, and get familiar with the Cortex-M instruction set.

2. [Development Environment & Hardware Setup]

   • Learn how to set up your development environment and hardware, with essential reference documents provided for your convenience.

3. [Processor Fundamentals Unveiled]

   • Dive deep into the processor's inner workings, including general and special registers, and understand how assembly instructions are executed.

4. [Understanding Peripherals: ADC Explained]

   • Gain theoretical knowledge on the ADC peripheral and its functionality.

5. [Project 1: Analog Voltage Sampling]

   • Implement your first project using ASF libraries in Atmel Studio to sample an analog voltage and understand the digital conversion process.

6. [Project 2: Direct Peripheral Access]

   • Understand how to sample an analog voltage without library use, directly interfacing with the ADC peripheral.

7. [Project 3: Real-time Temperature Sensing]

   • Learn to sense real-time temperature using the processor's capabilities and ASF code.

8. [Homework Project: Advanced Temperature Sensing]

   • Apply your knowledge to implement temperature sensing with direct register access, complete with solutions for reference.

[Course Content & Engagement]

This course content is crafted to be engaging and efficient, ensuring that you get the most out of each lesson. With a focus on practical application and hands-on learning, you'll not only gain theoretical knowledge but also apply it in real-world scenarios.

[Who Is This Course For?]

This course is designed for a range of learners:

• Those who have worked with Arduino and have a basic understanding of embedded systems.
• Individuals looking to deepen their knowledge of ARM Cortex microcontrollers.
• Professionals or hobbyists seeking to expand their skills in the ADC peripheral and processor fundamentals.

[Development Board Flexibility]

Akshay uses the Atmel SAM4s Xplained Pro development board, but you're welcome to choose any other microcontroller compatible with Atmel Studio. If you need guidance on selecting a board, Akshay is here to help!

[Personal Guarantee & Udemy's Money-back Policy]

Akshay is confident in the quality of this course and offers a personal guarantee that you will receive valuable information. Additionally, Udemy provides a 30-day money-back guarantee, so you can purchase with confidence, knowing your investment is protected.

Take the first step towards mastering embedded systems with Atmel SAM4s ARM microcontrollers today! Enroll in this course and transform your understanding of microcontroller applications with practical, hands-on projects. 🔧💡