Deep Dive into Linux PCIe Device Driver Development

🎓 Deep Dive into Linux PCIe Device Driver Development on UDOO-X86

Course Headline:

Linux PCIe Device Driver Development using UDOO-X86 Board based on Intel Braswell N3160 Processor System on Chip

Course Overview:

This comprehensive course is designed for developers who aim to master the intricacies of Linux PCIe device driver development. By leveraging the capabilities of the UDOO-X86 board, powered by an Intel Braswell N3160 processor, you will gain hands-on experience with real-world applications and understand the nuances of writing efficient and robust drivers for peripheral devices interfacing via PCIe.

What You Will Learn:

PCIe Fundamentals

• PCIe Bus Architecture
• PCIe Bus Terminology
• PCIe Bus Topology
• PCIe Configuration Space
• PCIe Device ID, Vendor ID
• PCIe Extended Configuration Space
• PCIe Capability Structure
• PCIe Device Class definition

Linux PCIe Sub System

• PCIe Device Representation
• Sysfs / Procfs
• PCI Device ID Structure
• pci_driver structure
• Linux Kernel PCI access APIs

Intel LPC Controller

• Functional and Register Descriptions
• ACPI Base Register
• System Management TCO Register for Watchdog

Linux PCIe SMBUS Driver

• Linux I2C Driver Architecture
• I2C / SMBus Bus, Adapter, Framework
• Linux Kernel I2C Adapter APIs
• I2C SMbus Data
• I2C Algorithm Structure
• Managed PCI Access APIs
• IO Port Access APIs

Linux PCIe Audio Driver

• Brief information about Intel High Definition Audio Controller
• Fundamentals of Linux Sound Sub Systems
• new sound card creation and initialization
• sound card registration
• New sound device component creation
• Sound HDA Linux Kernel APIs
• Direct Memory Access (DMA) Implementation Walk through
• Message Signal Interrupt (MSI) Implementation Walkthrough

Linux PCIe Message Signaled Interrupts (MSI)

• MSI Fundamentals
• Linux Kernel Interrupt Handling APIs
• Linux Kernel Interrupt Handling Functional Flow
• Linux Kernel MSI Interrupt Handling APIs

Linux PCIe Direct Memory Access (DMA) Fundamentals

• DMA Fundamentals
• Linux Kernel DMA APIs
• Linux Kernel DMA Mapping APIs

Linux PCIe Ethernet Driver

• PCIe Ethernet Driver Framework Fundamentals
• Realtek RTL8111 Register Descriptions
• Linux PCIe Ethernet Driver Source code walkthrough
• Direct Memory Access Implementation Walk through
• Message Signal Interrupt Implementation Walkthrough

Linux PCIe Port Driver

• Linux PCIe Host Bridge Fundamentals
• PCIe Host Bridge Register Descriptions
• Linux PCIe Port Driver Source Code walkthrough
• Direct Memory Access Implementation Walk through
• Message Signal Interrupt Implementation Walkthrough

Key Course Features:

• Step-by-step instructions: Follow along with detailed, clear explanations and examples.
• Real-world scenarios: Apply your knowledge to practical projects using the UDOO-X86 platform.
• Code samples: Analyze and understand code snippets that demonstrate best practices in driver development.
• Expert insights: Learn from a seasoned developer who has hands-on experience with Linux device drivers.
• Community support: Engage with fellow developers and collaborate to solve complex problems.

Why Take This Course?

By mastering Linux PCIe device driver development, you will be equipped to:

• Develop custom drivers for a wide range of devices.
• Improve performance and reliability of device interaction within the Linux ecosystem.
• Enhance your understanding of the Linux kernel's inner workings.
• Contribute to open-source projects and communities.

Join us on this Deep Dive into Linux PCIe Device Driver Development, and unlock the potential of peripheral devices with Linux! 🚀💻