Aug 24 – 26, 2024
Asia/Kolkata timezone

Firmware: The Hidden Code that Powers Our World

Aug 24, 2024, 5:45 PM
40m
Room 2: Breakout

Room 2: Breakout

Talk (40 min) Development/Coding

Speaker

Mr Subrata Banik

Description

This presentation delves into the critical role of embedded systems in our technology-driven world, highlighting firmware as the often-overlooked backbone of these systems. It underscores the significance of firmware development and explores the potential for a rewarding career in this field. Attendees will gain insights into the essential skills required for industry-ready firmware expertise. A live demo featuring Chromebooks will showcase the power of open-source firmware. The session concludes with an interactive Q&A session, allowing participants to further engage with the topic.

Session author's bio

Subrata Banik is a seasoned Firmware Engineer and Technical Staff Member at Google, with extensive experience in system firmware design and development. He has worked on a broad range of firmware architectures, including UEFI and Coreboot, and has contributed to platform enablement for major PC makers. Subrata is a dedicated open-source advocate, notably leading contributions to Coreboot. He shares his knowledge through technical talks and authored books on embedded systems. You can connect with him on Twitter and LinkedIn.

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