An IPC Language for the Whole Operating System

Explore the innovative Fuchsia Interface Definition Language (FIDL) in this 45-minute conference talk from Strange Loop 2022. Dive into the unique features of Fuchsia, Google's new open-source operating system, and discover how FIDL is used to define API and ABI boundaries across the entire system. Learn about the benefits and challenges of employing a single language and IPC system throughout the stack, from kernel syscalls to end-user GUI applications. Gain insights from Ian McKellar, a Senior Software Engineer on Fuchsia at Google, as he shares his extensive experience in software development spanning web apps, browsers, mobile systems, and device drivers. Understand how this comprehensive approach to system communication impacts the development and functionality of the Fuchsia operating system.