Virtual Device for Testing the Linux PCIe Endpoint Framework

Learn about a virtual device designed to test the Linux PCIe endpoint framework in this 24-minute KVM Forum talk. Explore how this innovative solution addresses the challenge of limited physical PCIe endpoint hardware for testing purposes. Discover the design and implementation of a virtual device that enables the PCIe endpoint framework to function without relying on real hardware. Understand how this approach can enhance testability, leading to more robust and reliable implementations. Gain insights into the Linux PCI endpoint framework's capabilities for describing PCIe configuration space content and facilitating data transfer via the PCIe bus. Delve into the potential benefits of improved testing methodologies for PCIe endpoint devices in Linux systems.