{"product_id":"the-embedded-systems-primer-greyson-chesterfield-9798296858368","title":"The Embedded systems Primer: A Hands-on Introduction to Microcontrollers, C\/C++, and Real-Time Operating Systems (RTOS)","description":"\u003cp\u003eUnlock the world of embedded systems with this practical, beginner-friendly guide that bridges the gap between hardware and software. Whether you're a student, hobbyist, or aspiring embedded developer, \u003ci\u003eThe Embedded Systems Primer\u003c\/i\u003e is your fast-track to mastering the core concepts behind the microcontrollers that power modern technology.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis hands-on book walks you through building real embedded projects using C\/C++ while introducing key principles like GPIO, interrupts, timers, and memory-mapped I\/O. You'll learn how to write efficient, reliable code that runs close to the metal-and how to leverage Real-Time Operating Systems (RTOS) to manage concurrency and timing in complex systems.\u003c\/p\u003eInside, you'll learn: \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe architecture and inner workings of popular microcontrollers (ARM Cortex-M, AVR, etc.)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eHow to program microcontrollers using C and C++ for real-world applications\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eSetting up and using development environments like STM32CubeIDE, MPLAB, and Arduino IDE\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eCore embedded concepts like registers, interrupts, I\/O peripherals, timers, and PWM\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eBuilding responsive and deterministic systems using an RTOS like FreeRTOS\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eBest practices for debugging, power optimization, and writing maintainable embedded code\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003eIdeal for: \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eStudents in electrical\/computer engineering or computer science\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eHobbyists transitioning from Arduino to more advanced embedded development\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eSoftware developers exploring low-level, real-time systems\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eAnyone curious about how the devices around us \u003ci\u003ereally\u003c\/i\u003e work\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo prior experience with embedded systems required-just basic programming knowledge and curiosity. With clear explanations, project-based learning, and step-by-step examples, \u003ci\u003eThe Embedded Systems Primer\u003c\/i\u003e gives you the confidence and skillset to start building embedded systems from day one.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Greyson Chesterfield\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9798296858368\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Independently Published\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 09\/15\/2025\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 138\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.43lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.30d","brand":"Greyson Chesterfield","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":48742987497727,"sku":"9798296858368","price":19.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/the-embedded-systems-primer-greyson-chesterfield-9798296858368","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}