Kernel Programming

The Linux kernel is one of the fatest growing FOSS today. With Linux becoming the de facto standard for all types of applications ranging from servers to desktops to embedded devices, a thorough understanding of the Linux kernel becomes necessary for developers of many such systems.

The Kernel Programming track will be centered around topics related to the Linux kernel. Talks will be presented by well known kernel developers from India and abroad.

This track is designed for kernel developers - both at the basic and the core levels. An understanding of the basics of the Linux kernel will be required.

Sample Topics

• Kernel Development

  • Filesystems
  • Locking
  • SMP

• Writing device drivers

  • Device driver design
  • Modules in Linux
  • The Linux kernel interface to device drivers

• Core networking in Linux

  • Protocol stacks
  • Secure networking and tunneling
  • IPv6 networking

• Firewalls

  • Firewall internals
  • Netfilter/iptables

The speakers at the kernel programming track will be selected experts and some of the well known kernel developers will be presenting at the conference. This track will take place at the J N Tata Auditorium. Watch this page for the dates of this track.

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