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Linux Foundation

Debugging Linux Memory Management Subsystem - Mentorship Session

Linux Foundation via YouTube

Overview

Explore the intricacies of debugging the Linux Memory Management subsystem in this 1-hour 26-minute mentorship session led by Khalid Aziz, a Consulting Linux Kernel Engineer at Oracle. Dive deep into the process of identifying and resolving a real-life memory management bug, gaining valuable insights into the components of the mm subsystem along the way. Learn about the critical role of the Linux Memory Management subsystem in managing physical memory, allocating resources, reclaiming freed memory, and ensuring authorized access to memory regions. Discover essential tools, tips, and techniques for effective mm subsystem debugging, and understand how bugs in this crucial area can impact system functionality, performance, and security. This session provides a hands-on approach to mastering the complexities of Linux kernel memory management, making it invaluable for developers and system administrators working with Linux systems.

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Mentorship Session: Debugging Linux Memory Management Subsystem

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Linux Foundation

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