Linux Kernel Internals Training

Course Overview

The Linux Kernel Internals and Development course is an advanced program designed to provide participants with an in-depth understanding of the Linux kernel’s architecture, internal workings, and the skills required to contribute to kernel development. The Linux kernel is the core component of the Linux operating system, responsible for managing system resources, providing hardware abstraction, and enabling the execution of user-space applications. This course aims to equip students with the expertise to explore the Linux kernel’s source code, understand kernel data structures and algorithms, and actively participate in kernel development. Through theoretical lectures, hands-on lab sessions, and real-world projects, students will become proficient in Linux kernel internals and contribute to the Linux kernel community.

Course Objectives

Explore Linux Kernel Architecture: Introduce students to the structure and components of the Linux kernel, its organization, and interactions between subsystems.

Master Linux Kernel Data Structures and Algorithms: Learn essential kernel data structures, algorithms, and techniques used in various kernel subsystems.

Understand Kernel Synchronization and Concurrency: Study synchronization mechanisms and techniques for ensuring thread safety and avoiding race conditions.

Work with Linux Kernel Debugging and Tracing: Gain practical experience in debugging kernel code and utilizing tracing tools for performance analysis.

Implement Kernel Modules and Dynamic Loading: Learn how to create kernel modules and load them dynamically into the running kernel.

Explore Linux Kernel Configuration and Compilation: Understand kernel configuration options and the process of building a custom kernel.

Engage in Real-World Linux Kernel Projects: Work on practical projects that involve modifying, enhancing, or fixing kernel components.

Course Modules

Module-1: Introduction to Linux Kernel Internals

Overview of the Linux kernel and its role in the operating system

Kernel-space vs. user-space and system call interface

Linux kernel development community and contribution process

Module-2: Linux Kernel Source Code and Documentation

Navigating the Linux kernel source tree

Understanding kernel documentation and APIs

Version control with Git and kernel patching

Module-3: Kernel Data Structures and Algorithms

Essential kernel data structures (lists, trees, queues)

Algorithms used in kernel subsystems (scheduling, memory management, etc.)

Memory management in the Linux kernel

Module-4: Kernel Synchronization and Concurrency

Understanding kernel locking mechanisms (spinlocks, semaphores, mutexes)

Atomic operations and avoiding race conditions

Reader-writer locks and kernel preemption

Module-5: Linux Kernel Debugging and Tracing

Techniques for debugging kernel code (printk, kernel debugger)

Using tracing tools (ftrace, perf) for performance analysis

Kernel crash analysis and error handling

Module-6: Kernel Modules and Dynamic Loading

Creating and compiling kernel modules

Dynamic loading and unloading of kernel modules

Module parameters and dependency management

Module-7: Linux Kernel Configuration and Compilation

Kernel configuration options (make menuconfig, make xconfig)

Building and installing a custom kernel

Kernel boot parameters and boot process

Module-8: Real-World Linux Kernel Projects and Contributions

Engaging in practical projects to modify, enhance, or fix kernel components

Understanding the Linux kernel development workflow

Contributing patches and changes to the Linux kernel community

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