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Embedded Linux Development
Linux Network Drivers
HRDC Reg. No: 10001657810
Duration: 3 Days (21 Hours)
Course Overview
This intensive 3-day course provides a deep, hands-on understanding of Linux Network Driver Development, covering everything from the Linux networking subsystem to building a real SPI-based Ethernet driver from scratch.
Participants will explore how packets flow through the Linux kernel, understand socket buffers (sk_buff), and learn how network drivers interact with the networking stack. Through progressive hands-on labs, participants will build a basic network driver, develop a dummy network interface, and implement a fully functional SPI-based Ethernet driver using real hardware (WZ5500).
Who Should Attend
- Embedded Software Engineers
- Linux Kernel Developers
- Device Driver Developers
- Firmware Engineers
- System Engineers working with networking hardware
Why Choose This Course
- HRDC claimable training (HRDC Reg. No: 10001657810)
- Hands-on driver development from scratch
- Covers real hardware integration (SPI Ethernet – WZ5500)
- Deep dive into Linux networking internals
- Practical skills for embedded and kernel-level development
Learning Outcomes
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
- Understand the Linux networking subsystem and architecture
- Analyze packet flow (TX/RX) within the Linux kernel
- Design and implement Linux network drivers
- Work with socket buffers (
sk_buff) and kernel APIs - Register and configure network interfaces
- Implement packet transmission and reception logic
- Develop dummy network drivers for testing
- Handle interrupts, bottom halves, and workqueues
- Integrate SPI-based Ethernet hardware with Linux
- Debug and extend existing Linux network drivers
Prerequisites
Participants should have:
- Strong C programming knowledge
- Experience with Linux environment
- Understanding of basic Linux drivers (character drivers)
- Knowledge of kernel constructs (mutex, semaphore, interrupts, wait queues)
Lab Setup
Hardware Requirements
- Beaglebone Black Rev C
- USB to Ethernet Converter (if no onboard Ethernet)
- WZ5500 SPI to Ethernet module
Teaching Methodology
- Instructor-led deep technical sessions
- Hands-on coding labs for each concept
- Step-by-step driver development exercises
- Real hardware integration practice
- Debugging and implementation walkthroughs
Target Audience
Professionals seeking deep expertise in Linux network driver development for hardware integration.
Target Industry
- Semiconductor & SoC Companies
- Embedded Systems & Product Development
- Telecommunications & Networking Equipment
- Automotive Electronics & Telematics
- Industrial IoT & Automation
