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Description

Course Title: Linux Device Drivers Development - Mastering Kernel Module Programming

Course Duration: 32 Hours

Course Description: This hands-on course will equip you with the knowledge and skills to develop device drivers for the Linux kernel. You'll dive into the principles of kernel module programming, learning how to interface with hardware, manage resources, and create efficient drivers. Whether you're an aspiring system programmer or hardware enthusiast, this course will provide you with the expertise to navigate the intricate world of Linux device drivers.

Course Outline:

Module 1: Introduction to Linux Device Drivers (2 hours)

• The role and importance of device drivers
• The structure and organization of device drivers in the kernel
• Kernel module basics

Module 2: Setting Up Your Development Environment (2 hours)

• Installing and configuring a Linux development environment
• Kernel headers and source code
• Compiling and loading kernel modules

Module 3: Kernel Module Basics (4 hours)

• Writing your first kernel module
• Module parameters and initialization
• Error handling and cleanup
• Debugging and troubleshooting kernel modules

Module 4: Character Drivers (4 hours)

• Introduction to character devices
• Implementing a basic character driver
• File operations and system calls
• Memory allocation and management

Module 5: Block Drivers (4 hours)

• Block devices and the block I/O layer
• Implementing a block driver
• Request handling and data transfer
• Disk partitioning and file systems

Module 6: Network Drivers (4 hours)

• Network devices and drivers
• Packet handling and network stack integration
• Ethernet and wireless drivers
• Debugging network drivers

Module 7: Advanced Topics (4 hours)

• Interrupt handling and bottom halves
• Deferred work and tasklets
• Sysfs and procfs interfaces
• Power management and device initialization

Module 8: Interfacing with Hardware (4 hours)

• I/O ports and memory-mapped I/O
• Device discovery and detection
• Register manipulation and IRQ handling
• DMA and bus mastering

Module 9: Real-World Projects and Case Studies (3 hours)

• Real-world use cases and case studies
• Building custom drivers for specific hardware
• Contributing to the Linux kernel

Module 10: Kernel Security and Testing (3 hours)

• Kernel security considerations
• Security modules and driver security
• Testing, profiling, and performance optimization

Assessments and Projects (2 hours):

• In-course assignments
• Developing kernel modules for various devices
• Final project: Creating a custom driver for a specific hardware device

Course Conclusion (1 hour):

• Recap and review
• Career and learning path in Linux device driver development

This course provides a thorough understanding of Linux Device Drivers, combining theory with practical hands-on experience. By the end of the course, you'll be well-prepared to design, develop, and maintain drivers for a wide range of hardware devices in the Linux kernel.

 

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