Linux Kernel Driver Development

🌟 Master Linux Kernel Driver Development with Expert Guidance! 🌟 Course Title: Linux Kernel Driver Development
Instructor: Sandesh Ashok

🚀 Embark on Your Journey to Mastering Linux Device Drivers! 🚀

Are you ready to dive into the world of Linux Kernel Driver Development but feeling overwhelmed? Fear not! This comprehensive course is tailored for beginners, providing a clear and concise path to understanding the fundamentals of Linux Kernel architecture and the crucial role of device drivers. With Sandesh Ashok as your guide, you'll gain the skills necessary to confidently develop your own Linux device drivers.

Course Overview:

This course is meticulously crafted to take you from a novice to a proficient Linux Kernel driver developer. It starts with foundational knowledge and gradually progresses to more advanced topics, ensuring you build a solid understanding step by step.

• Understanding the Basics 📚

  • Introduction to Linux Kernel architecture.
  • Exploring the role of device drivers and their use cases.

• Development Process Insights 🛠️

  • Guidance through the compilation process and its nuances.
  • Cross Compilation techniques for target architectures.
  • Deep dive into kernel APIs to get your feet wet.

• Hands-On Learning 🖥️

  • Crafting a simple "Hello World" module to kickstart your development.
  • Detailed procedures on building, inserting, and managing kernel modules.
  • Utilizing __init and __exit for module initialization and cleanup.

• Character Driver Implementation 📝

  • Step-by-step instructions to implement a character driver.
  • Learning to implement read and write operations within the driver.

• Submitting Your First Kernel Patch 🚀

  • The process of creating, testing, and submitting your first Linux kernel patch.

Course Structure:

1. Introduction to Linux Kernel architecture.
2. Role of device drivers and their use cases.
3. Intermediate steps involved in the compilation process.
4. Cross Compilation for the target architecture.
5. Kernel APIs understanding for getting started.
6. Implement a Hello World module.
7. Module Building, inserting, and checking status procedure.
8. Using __init and __exit keywords.
9. Character driver implementation.
10. Implementing read, write operations for the character driver.
11. Creating and submitting your first Linux kernel patch.

🎉 Dive into the World of Device Drivers! 🎉

This course is not just a collection of lectures; it's an interactive journey designed to ensure you not only understand but can also apply the concepts in real-world scenarios. As we progress, I will continuously update the course content to cover additional drivers and advanced techniques for debugging drivers.

Your Learning Path:

1. Foundational Knowledge: Gain a strong grasp of the Linux Kernel's inner workings and the significance of device drivers.
2. Practical Skills: Follow along with hands-on exercises that reinforce theoretical knowledge with practical application.
3. Advanced Techniques: As you advance, learn about more complex drivers and debugging methods to tackle real-world challenges.
4. Community Engagement: Participate in discussions, share your experiences, and become part of a community of like-minded learners and professionals.

Whether you're a beginner or looking to refine your skills, this course is your gateway to the exciting field of Linux Kernel Driver Development. Join us now and start your journey towards becoming an expert in Linux device drivers! 🚀

Cheers to embarking on this enlightening adventure together! 🎉💻