Advanced Embedded Systems Bare-Metal Programming Ground UpTM

Master Bare-Metal Embedded Firmware Development for ARM Cortex-M Microcontrollers

Tired of relying on copied and pasted code? This advanced-level course provides a comprehensive, hands-on approach to developing embedded systems firmware from the ground up, specifically for ARM Cortex-M microcontrollers.

This course is a significant step up from introductory materials. It's designed for those who want to understand the why behind embedded systems programming, not just how to get code to work.

Prerequisite: Completion of the "Embedded Systems Bare-Metal Programming Ground Up™ (STM32)" course is recommended.

What You'll Learn: A Deep Dive into Bare-Metal Development

This course focuses on building peripheral drivers and firmware directly, without relying on third-party libraries like HAL, LL, or StdPeriph. You'll gain the ability to:

1. Develop Robust Bare-Metal DMA Drivers (50%+ of the Course):

• Memory-to-Memory Transfer Driver: Efficiently move data between memory locations.
• ADC DMA Regular Conversion Driver: Automate Analog-to-Digital Converter data acquisition.
• ADC DMA Timer Triggered Conversion Driver: Trigger ADC conversions based on timer events.
• UART RX/TX DMA Driver: Implement high-speed serial communication with DMA.
• SPI RX/TX DMA Driver: Enable fast communication using the Serial Peripheral Interface.
• I2C RX/TX DMA Driver: Facilitate communication over the Inter-Integrated Circuit bus with DMA.
• PWM DMA Driver: Control Pulse Width Modulation signals with DMA.

2. Implement Essential Bare-Metal RTC Drivers:

• RTC Calendar Driver: Manage date and time information.
• RTC Alarm Driver: Implement alarm functionality.
• RTC Timestamp Driver: Generate timestamps for events.
• RTC Tamper Detection Driver: Detect physical tampering with the Real-Time Clock.

3. Create Reliable Bare-Metal Watchdog Timer Drivers:

• Independent Watchdog (IWDG) Timer Driver: Implement a standalone watchdog timer for system recovery.
• Windowed Watchdog (WWDG) Timer Driver: Utilize a windowed watchdog timer for more controlled system resets.

4. Manage Power Consumption with Standby Mode and Wakeup:

• Standby Mode and Wakeup Pin Driver: Control the device's entry and exit from standby mode using pins.
• Standby Mode and RTC Wakeup Timer Driver: Implement wakeup from standby mode using an RTC timer.

5. Master the Art of Debugging:

• Identify HardFault Causes: Diagnose and resolve HardFault exceptions.
• Catch Anomalous Results: Detect and handle unexpected data.
• Measure Execution Time: Utilize timers and logic analyzers to measure algorithm performance.
• Work with Array Dumps: Analyze memory contents for debugging.
• Debugging Techniques for Timers: Leverage timer functionalities for debugging purposes.

Key Benefits:

• Build Everything From Scratch: Understand and write every line of code, directly manipulating the microcontroller's memory space.
• No Third-Party Dependencies: Avoid the complexities and potential issues of HAL, LL, and StdPeriph libraries.
• Deep Understanding of Hardware: Learn to navigate microcontroller reference manuals and datasheets effectively.
• Improved Debugging Skills: Develop a systematic approach to identifying and resolving firmware bugs.
• Enhanced Embedded Development Proficiency: Gain the confidence to tackle complex embedded projects.

Who is this course for?

• Developers seeking to move beyond copy-pasting code.
• Engineers struggling with understanding technical documentation.
• Professionals aiming for a deeper understanding of embedded systems fundamentals.
• Anyone who wants to build robust, reliable embedded firmware.

Stop Copying, Start Creating!

This course provides the knowledge and skills to build embedded systems firmware from the ground up, giving you complete control and a deeper understanding of your hardware.

Money-Back Guarantee: We are confident in the value of this course. If you're not satisfied, we offer a money-back guarantee.