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Mastering Linux Device Driver Development. Write custom device drivers to support computer peripherals in Linux operating systems

Mastering Linux Device Driver Development. Write custom device drivers to support computer peripherals in Linux operating systems

John Madieu

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Linux is one of the fastest-growing operating systems around the world, and in the last few years, the Linux kernel has evolved significantly to support a wide variety of embedded devices with its improved subsystems and a range of new features. With this book, you’ll find out how you can enhance your skills to write custom device drivers for your Linux operating system.
Mastering Linux Device Driver Development provides complete coverage of kernel topics, including video and audio frameworks, that usually go unaddressed. You’ll work with some of the most complex and impactful Linux kernel frameworks, such as PCI, ALSA for SoC, and Video4Linux2, and discover expert tips and best practices along the way. In addition to this, you’ll understand how to make the most of frameworks such as NVMEM and Watchdog. Once you’ve got to grips with Linux kernel helpers, you’ll advance to working with special device types such as Multi-Function Devices (MFD) followed by video and audio device drivers.
By the end of this book, you’ll be able to write feature-rich device drivers and integrate them with some of the most complex Linux kernel frameworks, including V4L2 and ALSA for SoC.
  • 1. Linux Kernel Concepts for Embedded Developers
  • 2. Leveraging the Regmap API and Simplifying the Code
  • 3. Delving into the MFD Subsystem and Syscon API
  • 4. Storming the Common Clock Framework
  • 5. ALSA SoC Framework – Leveraging Codec and Platform Class Drivers
  • 6. ALSA SoC Framework – Delving into the Machine Class Drivers
  • 7. Demystifying V4L2 and Video Capture Device Drivers
  • 8. Integrating with V4L2 Async and Media Controller Frameworks
  • 9. Leveraging V4L2 API from the User Space
  • 10. Linux Kernel Power Management
  • 11. Writing PCI Device Drivers
  • 12. Leveraging the NVMEM Framework
  • 13. Watchdog Device Drivers
  • 14. Linux Kernel Debugging Tips and Best Practices
  • Title: Mastering Linux Device Driver Development. Write custom device drivers to support computer peripherals in Linux operating systems
  • Author: John Madieu
  • Original title: Mastering Linux Device Driver Development. Write custom device drivers to support computer peripherals in Linux operating systems
  • ISBN: 9781789342208, 9781789342208
  • Date of issue: 2021-01-08
  • Format: Ebook
  • Item ID: e_2a25
  • Publisher: Packt Publishing