TDD and Embedded Systems Course Overview

The "Test-Driven Development (TDD) for Embedded Systems" course is a comprehensive training program designed to introduce learners to the principles and practices of TDD in embedded C development. Spanning multiple hands-on sessions, this course equips participants with skills to write robust, testable, and maintainable code for embedded systems. The curriculum begins with an introduction to TDD and its application to embedded systems, emphasizing the Red-Green-Refactor cycle as a foundation for iterative development. Learners will set up a tailored development environment, including tools and frameworks like Unity and CMock, before progressing to writing their first unit test. Advanced topics, such as test-driven design, mocking, and dependency injection, provide insight into creating modular and reliable embedded applications. Integration testing ensures smooth interaction between components, while CI/CD practices demonstrate how to automate testing and deployment. Participants will also learn techniques for handling legacy code, conducting performance tests, and achieving high test coverage. With real-world labs focused on FreeRTOS integration, task synchronization, and communication, the course culminates in a deep understanding of TDD's role in modern embedded systems, empowering learners to deliver high-quality, production-ready solutions.