We use a lot of electronic devices every day, and a lot of them are embedded products. Cameras, coffee makers, small fans, etc., are all built-in software that requires a specific development process to implement. Today's YFM article will explain in detail what is the embedded development process?

In embedded development, embedded development is divided into embedded software and embedded hardware development, so embedded software developers should work closely with hardware engineers to create successful embedded solutions. The embedded development process can be divided into the following six steps.

1. Joint design

The hardware engineer selects the components needed to build the system. At this point, software developers join them to make sure they select the right pieces to provide the required application functionality.

2. Design review

Once the circuit diagram is ready, the developer works with the circuit designer to ensure that all signals and connections are correct and working as planned.

3. Hardware simulation

The developer then creates a test module or hardware simulator, which allows you to see the minimal functionality of the embedded software so that you can quickly iterate and develop individual code components.

4. circuit board test

After the board is assembled, the embedded systems designer will test its primary functions to see if it can power up, if the board communicates correctly with peripheral devices, and if the converter is equipped with the correct voltage.

5. drive assembly

If your project device is connected to any peripherals or accessories, you need a set of drivers. Good drivers are the backbone of any device. Each time an external component (scanner, camera, etc.) needs to be added, embedded developers are better off spending more time writing drivers than modifying code.

6. Logical implementation

The final stage of the development process is when the developer implements the logic in the code to make the device behave as designed. They guide hardware engineers in preparing specifications. At this stage, the device should start working and you just need to improve the code. Of course, development may involve multiple prototype iterations, and you need to improve the code for each iteration.

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