A Beginners Guide to Linux Kernel Development

LFD103: A Beginner’s Guide to Linux Kernel Development is a comprehensive training course offered by the Linux Foundation. This course is designed for individuals who want to become proficient in Linux kernel development and contribute to the open-source community. Here are the key details:

Course Overview:
- Objective: The course aims to provide foundational knowledge and practical skills related to Linux kernel development.
- Target Audience: Developers, programmers, and enthusiasts interested in understanding the Linux kernel creation process and the implicit and explicit “rules of the road.”
- What You’ll Learn:
  - Selecting and configuring your development system.
  - Navigating Linux kernel repositories and releases.
  - Git basics, including checking out kernel repositories and working with them.
  - Building and installing a kernel.
  - Writing and testing kernel patches.
  - Communicating with the kernel community.
  - Sending patches and acting on feedback from reviewers.
- Course Outline:
  1. Course Introduction
  2. Linux Kernel Development Process
  3. Patches
  4. Working with the Linux Kernel Community
  5. Configuring Your Development System
  6. Exploring Linux Kernel Sources
  7. Building and Installing Your First Kernel
  8. Writing Your First Kernel Patch
  9. Getting Your Patch Ready and Sending It
  10. Kernel and Driver Building, Loading, and Dependencies
  11. All About Testing
  12. Debugging Basics
  13. Tips to Continue Your Kernel Journey
  14. Frequently Asked Questions
- Certification: Upon completion, you’ll receive a certification that prepares you to configure a development system, use Git, write kernel patches, test them, write commit logs, send patches, and collaborate with the Linux kernel community.