NetApp ONTAP Training Course

Buildroot is an open-source initiative comprising scripts that generate a cross-compilation toolchain, a customizable root filesystem image, and a Linux kernel tailored for embedded devices. In this hands-on course, participants will acquire the skills to utilize Buildroot effectively:

• Selecting software packages to include in the root filesystem.
• Adding new packages and modifying existing ones.
• Introducing support for new embedded hardware boards.

Participants will create bootable filesystem images during the course. Remote sessions are conducted using the QEMU emulator, while in-person classes may utilize either QEMU or actual embedded boards selected by the instructor.

For projects with similar objectives, consider the Yocto project and OpenWRT. Refer to these presentations to help determine which build system best suits your specific needs.

Course Objectives

This course aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of the fundamental aspects of embedded GNU/Linux, illustrating how its components integrate. Participants will learn which elements are required to construct an embedded GNU/Linux system, identify sources for these components, and master the processes of configuration, building, and installation. The curriculum also addresses support resources and software licensing considerations. Practical, hands-on exercises are designed to equip attendees with the necessary skills to successfully develop their own embedded GNU/Linux systems upon completion.

Description

Spanning five days, this training class combines instructional teaching with practical exercises to clearly demonstrate embedded GNU/Linux concepts. It is structured to accelerate your proficiency. The underlying philosophy, core concepts, and essential commands for effective GNU/Linux utilization are conveyed through a blend of theoretical knowledge and practical application.

Instead of reinventing the wheel, you will gain insights from an experienced instructor and leave with practical knowledge of GNU/Linux, enabling you to apply it effectively in your own embedded development projects.

Who should attend?

This course is ideal for managers, project managers, software and hardware engineers, development and systems engineers, testers, administrators, technicians, and other professionals interested in this technology who wish to understand how Embedded GNU/Linux works as quickly as possible. It is suitable for those currently using GNU/Linux, those with the luxury of deciding whether to adopt it, or those who have attempted to use Embedded GNU/Linux but seek confirmation that their approach is correct. It is also ideal for individuals currently using alternative operating systems who want to determine if GNU/Linux offers a better or more cost-effective solution.

Delivery Options

All training materials are provided in English. However, presentations can be delivered in either English or German, depending on your preference, available worldwide.

• Instructor-led on-site training
• Instructor-led online training
• Instructor-led hybrid on-site/online training

This two-day course comprises approximately 60% hands-on labs, focusing on Embedded Linux kernel internals, architecture, and development, while exploring the process of writing and integrating various types of device drivers.

Who should attend?

Engineers interested in Linux kernel development on Embedded systems and platforms.

This is a two day course covering all basic principles of building Embedded linux Systems, around 60% of the entire course time is practical hands-on implementation for real world application using the same standards and tools used in industry

In this instructor-led, live training in Slovakia, participants will learn how to build an embedded Linux system from the ground up. The course covers constructing a minimalistic kernel and configuring boot and initialization processes, providing attendees with the tools, techniques, and mindset required to deploy a fully functional embedded Linux system.

For remote training sessions, QEMU will be used to emulate hardware. Other platforms, including real hardware devices, can be considered on a case-by-case basis.

An embedded system is a computer system designed for a specific function within a larger mechanical or electrical system, typically operating under real-time computing constraints.

Description

This five-day intensive training program blends practical exercises with expert instruction to elucidate the core concepts of GNU/Linux kernel internals and device driver development. The course is structured to accelerate your proficiency rapidly. By combining theoretical foundations with hands-on training, we cover the essential processes, concepts, and commands required to create GNU/Linux device drivers.

Rather than starting from scratch, benefit from the guidance of an experienced trainer to gain a working knowledge of these tools and the ability to apply them effectively within your embedded development projects.

Who should attend?

This course is ideal for software engineers, field engineers, project managers, and hardware engineers who are interested in or responsible for developing or evaluating GNU/Linux device drivers.

The LEDE Project (Linux Embedded Development Environment) is a Linux operating system derived from OpenWrt. It serves as a comprehensive alternative to the proprietary firmware typically provided by vendors for a wide array of wireless routers and non-networking devices.

During this instructor-led live training, participants will gain the knowledge and skills needed to configure a LEDE-based wireless router.

Target Audience

• Network administrators and technicians

Course Format

• A blend of lectures, discussions, exercises, and extensive hands-on practice

In this instructor-led, live training in Slovakia, participants will learn how to create a build system for embedded Linux based on Yocto Project.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Understand the fundamental concepts behind a Yocto Project build system, including recipes, metadata, and layers.
• Build a Linux image and run it under emulation.
• Save time and energy building embedded Linux systems.

Description

This four-day training merges theoretical concepts with practical exercises to introduce participants to the Yocto Project.
It addresses common inquiries such as:

• Is it truly essential to utilize a different toolchain/libraries/packages version for every GNU/Linux project, alongside adopting a distinct workflow?
• Can you guarantee that the development environment remains consistent for all developers and suppliers, allowing you to reproduce identical builds today and over a decade from now?
• Can the YP assist in identifying the software licenses under which the packages you utilize are distributed?

Practical sessions are conducted on target hardware (for instance, Beagle Bone Black Rev. C - http://beagleboard.org/BLACK). Upon completing the training, you will receive access to a Docker image containing Ubuntu 14.x with all necessary dependencies pre-installed, along with course examples, enabling you to practice in your own lab environment. Please note that this is not an introductory course for Embedded GNU/Linux. Participants are expected to already understand how Embedded GNU/Linux functions and be proficient in configuring and building the GNU/Linux kernel and its drivers.

Who should attend?

This course is designed for individuals who already use GNU/Linux in their projects and have likely heard of the Yocto Project but hesitated to explore it further or found it difficult to use. If you are unsure how to integrate the YP into your daily workflow and generally perceive it as overly complex—questioning why something that was previously (supposedly) much easier has become this complicated—you should attend. After the training, you will be equipped to decide whether the YP is suitable for your needs. The workshop targets software developers, system engineers, testers, administrators, and other professionals interested in the YP who possess solid knowledge of Embedded GNU/Linux.