NXP's Brendan Slade discusses why major semiconductor companies are investing heavily in Zephyr RTOS, exploring how this open-source real-time operating system is transforming embedded development for IoT and edge computing applications. The conversation covers NXP's role as a founding platinum member of the Zephyr project, practical advice for developers evaluating RTOS options, and the collaborative ecosystem driving innovation in microcontroller software development. Key Takeaways: • Zep...
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NXP's Brendan Slade discusses why major semiconductor companies are investing heavily in Zephyr RTOS, exploring how this open-source real-time operating system is transforming embedded development for IoT and edge computing applications. The conversation covers NXP's role as a founding platinum member of the Zephyr project, practical advice for developers evaluating RTOS options, and the collaborative ecosystem driving innovation in microcontroller software development. Key Takeaways: • Zep...
In this episode of Embedded Frontier, Jacob Beningo discusses the top trends in embedded systems for 2025. He highlights the increasing role of AI and machine learning, the dominance of open-source software, the critical importance of security, and the ongoing relevance of programming languages like C and C++. Beningo also emphasizes the rise of simulation technologies, the integration of DevOps and observability, and the expansion of edge AI, providing insights into how these trends will sha...
The Embedded Frontier
NXP's Brendan Slade discusses why major semiconductor companies are investing heavily in Zephyr RTOS, exploring how this open-source real-time operating system is transforming embedded development for IoT and edge computing applications. The conversation covers NXP's role as a founding platinum member of the Zephyr project, practical advice for developers evaluating RTOS options, and the collaborative ecosystem driving innovation in microcontroller software development. Key Takeaways: • Zep...