About the Author

In the field of embedded systems, I have worked on DNA scanners, inertial measurement units for airplanes and race cars, toys for preschoolers, a gunshot location system

for catching criminals, and assorted medical and consumer devices.

I have specialized in signal processing, hardware integration, complex system design,

and performance. Having been through FAA and FDA certification processes, I understand the importance of producing high-quality designs and how they lead to highquality implementations.

I've spent several years in management roles, but I enjoy hands-on engineering and the

thrill of delivering excellent products. I'm happy to say that leaving management has

not decreased my opportunities to provide leadership and mentoring.

Eager to develop embedded systems? These systems don't tolerate inefficiency, so you may need a more disciplined approach to programming. This easy-to-read book helps you cultivate a host of good development practices, based on classic software design patterns as well as new patterns unique to embedded programming. You not only learn system architecture, but also specific techniques for dealing with system constraints and manufacturing requirements. Written by an expert who's created embedded systems ranging from urban surveillance and DNA scanners to children's toys, Making Embedded Systems is ideal for intermediate and experienced programmers, no matter what platform you use. * Develop an architecture that makes your software robust and maintainable * Understand how to make your code smaller, your processor seem faster, and your system use less power * Learn how to explore sensors, motors, communications, and other I/O devices * Explore tasks that are complicated on embedded systems, such as updating the software and using fixed point math to implement complex algorithms