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Master embedded Linux kernel development
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Module 2
Process & Scheduler Internals
1
Process and Thread Representation in the Linux Kernel
Describe the task_struct data structure and explain how the kernel represents processes and threads.
2
Linux Process Lifecycle
Explain the lifecycle of a process in Linux, including creation via fork/clone, execution, and termination.
3
CFS CPU Time Allocation and Virtual Runtime
Describe how the Completely Fair Scheduler (CFS) allocates CPU time using virtual runtime.
4
CFS vs. Real-Time Scheduling: Use Cases and Comparison
Compare CFS with real-time scheduling policies (SCHED_FIFO, SCHED_RR) and identify appropriate use cases.
5
Kernel Tracing for Context Switches and Scheduling
Use kernel tracing tools to observe context switches and scheduling decisions on a running system.
6
Diagnosing and Solving Scheduling Problems
Diagnose a scenario-based scheduling problem, such as priority inversion or CPU starvation, and propose a solution.
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