Explore the world of open hardware microcontrollers in this 48-minute conference talk from linux.conf.au. Dive into the rewarding challenges of programming smaller CPUs, from basic Arduino projects to complex LED matrix drivers. Learn how these skills can be applied to real-world projects, including creating illuminated clothing, enhancing RC plane safety, and assisting with hardware testing for Google's Fuchsia OS. Discover the joys of low-level programming, interrupt-driven code, and hardware debugging. Gain insights into when microcontrollers are most useful and when alternative solutions might be more appropriate. Whether you're a seasoned developer or new to open hardware, acquire valuable knowledge about this exciting field and its practical applications.
Overview
Syllabus
Using Open Hardware from my shirt to OS testing for Google's Fuchsia
Taught by
linux.conf.au