Linux Kernel Programming
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This Specialization provides a structured pathway into Linux kernel development, starting with the essential skills needed to understand, build, and work with the 6.x Linux kernel. The first course introduces Linux kernel programming, guides learners through building the kernel from source, and develops the foundation for writing basic kernel modules. The second course moves deeper into kernel internals, focusing on processes, threads, memory management, kernel memory allocation, and CPU scheduling. Learners build a stronger understanding of how core kernel components operate and how module authors interact with memory and scheduling behavior. The final course advances into kernel synchronization, helping learners understand how concurrency concerns are managed inside kernel-level programming. Together, the three courses create a clear progression from setup and module creation to internal architecture and synchronization, supporting practical competence in Linux kernel programming. This Specialization is based on the book Linux Kernel Programming, by Kaiwan N. Billimoria
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- understand the architecture of the Linux kernel
- build the Linux kernel from source
- write basic kernel modules
- manage memory in kernel development
- implement CPU scheduling
- handle kernel synchronization and concurrency
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