Making Embedded Systems Paperback - 2011

Name: Making Embedded Systems: Design Patterns for Great Software
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Author: White, Elecia
ISBN: 9781449302146

by Elecia White

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This easy-to-read book helps readers cultivate a host of good development practices, based on classic software design patterns as well as new patterns unique to embedded programming. Written by an expert, "Making Embedded Systems" is ideal for intermediate and experienced programmers, no matter what platform they use.

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Interested in developing embedded systems? Since they don t tolerate inefficiency, these systems require a disciplined approach to programming. This easy-to-read guide helps you cultivate a host of good development practices, based on classic software design patterns and new patterns unique to embedded programming. Learn how to build system architecture for processors, not operating systems, and discover specific techniques for dealing with hardware difficulties and manufacturing requirements.

Written by an expert who s created embedded systems ranging from urban surveillance and DNA scanners to children s toys, this book is ideal for intermediate and experienced programmers, no matter what platform you use.

Optimize your system to reduce cost and increase performance
Develop an architecture that makes your software robust in resource-constrained environments
Explore sensors, motors, and other I/O devices
Do more with less: reduce RAM consumption, code space, processor cycles, and power consumption
Learn how to update embedded code directly in the processor
Discover how to implement complex mathematics on small processors
Understand what interviewers look for when you apply for an embedded systems job

"Making Embedded Systems is the book for a C programmer who wants to enter the fun (and lucrative) world of embedded systems. It s very well written entertaining, even and filled with clear illustrations."

Jack Ganssle, author and embedded system expert.

Details

Title Making Embedded Systems
Author Elecia White
Binding Paperback
Edition INTERNATIONAL ED
Pages 325
Volumes 1
Language ENG
Publisher O'Reilly Media
Publication date 2011-11
ISBN 9781449302146 / 1449302149
Weight 1.17 lbs (0.53 kg)
Dimensions 9.19 x 7 x 0.76 in (23.34 x 17.78 x 1.93 cm)
Category Computers - Languages / Programming
Dewey Decimal Code 005.1

About the author

Elecia White has worked on DNA scanners, inertial measurement units for airplanes and race cars, toys for preschoolers, a gunshot location system for catching criminals, and assorted other medical and consumer devices. She is the founder of Logical Elegance, an embedded systems consulting company based in San Jose. Elecia has developed strong skills in signal processing, hardware integration, complex system design, and performance. Having been through FAA and FDA certification processes, she understands the importance of producing quality designsand how they lead to quality implementations.

Elecia has spent several years in management roles but enjoys hands-on engineering and the thrill of delivering excellent products. While continuing to provide leadership and mentoring, she prefers to focus on the technical aspects of a project. A graduate of Harvey Mudd College in Claremont, CA, Elecia enjoys sharing her passion for science, engineering and interesting gizmos, particularly how these things can make the world a better place.