Status of Embedded Linux

Explore the latest developments in embedded Linux through this comprehensive conference talk. Delve into kernel versions, technology areas, industry news, and more. Examine key updates from Linux v5.14 to v5.18, including the memfd_secret system call and developer statistics. Investigate core kernel advancements, such as Rust integration, filesystems, graphics, networking, and security improvements. Learn about toolchain developments, tracing techniques, and OpenSSF activities. Discover fascinating insights into the Mars Helicopter Ingenuity project, including flight updates and technical details. Analyze technology, development, markets, and verticals scorecards to gain a holistic understanding of embedded Linux's current status and future trajectory.

Intro
Outline
Kernel Versions
Linux v5.14 (August 2021)
memfd_secret system call
Linux v5.15 (October 2021)
Linux v5.15 (cont.)
Linux v5.17 (March 2022)
Linux v5.18 (May 2022)
Linux 5.18 developer stats
Kernel commit log entries
Technology Areas
Core Kernel
Rust in the Linux kernel
Filesystems and I/O
Graphics - NVIDIA GPU Code
Networking
RT preemption locking code
PREEMPT_RT - What's left
Security
Test Systems
Toolchains - GCC
Tracing
Industry News
OpenSSF Activities
Alpha-Omega Project
Miscelaneous
Mars Helicopter - Ingenuity
Picture of Lander backshell (crash site)
Ingenuity Helicopter Update (June 2022)
Ingenuity flights on Mars
Sources for Mars helicopter
Scorecards
Technology Scorecard (explanations)
Real Technology Scorecard
Development Scorecard
Markets Scorecard
Verticals Scorecard
Conclusions