TOPICS

Training materials
This class uses training materials developed by ARM®. In addition, has developed dedicated workbooks for delegates who wish to use MDK, rather than RVDS, in the workshops.
Structure and Content
The ARM Architecture
Overview of ARM, registers, modes, exception handling, instruction sets, supporting technologies

Real View Developer Suite (RVDS) Overview
Compilers, Assembler, Linker, Debuggers

Instruction Architecture
Overview of the ARM and Thumb Instruction Sets. Includes practical work.

ARM / Thumb Interworking
Mixing ARM and Thumb code in the same application

Initializing Cached Processors
Covers all major level1 memories. TCM , MMU, MPU as well configuring Cache

Compiler Hints and Tips
Compiler optimization options. Writing efficient code. Minimizing data memory

ARM Debug and Trace
On-chip debug logic, breakpoints and watchpoints, debug communication channel, tools issues, system design considerations. EmbeddedICE-RT and RealMonitor. How to design-in and use ARM’s Embedded Trace Module.

Embedded Software Development
Running code from ROM, reset handlers, locating code and data in memory (scatterloading), library retargeting.