Bootlin

Bootlin is an engineering company specialized in embedded Linux and Free and Open Source software for embedded systems. It offers extensive embedded Linux development experience through engineering services, helping customers integrate Linux kernel porting, device driver development, open-source component integration, and system building into their embedded products. Bootlin provides training on embedded Linux, Linux kernel, hardware driver development, and system development using Yocto Project, OpenEmbedded, and Buildroot. Originating from France, the company serves large corporations, SMEs, and startups worldwide, focusing on medium expertise customers. Bootlin’s commitment to the Free Software community and official Linux kernel and U-Boot support uniquely position it in the embedded Linux ecosystem.

Within the STMicroelectronics ecosystem, Bootlin integrates its expertise in STM32 Arm Cortex® MPUs, offering engineering services such as Linux Board Support Package development, technical support, consulting, and upstreaming Linux kernel and bootloader code. It contributes to official open-source projects, enhancing code quality and reducing maintenance costs for customers. Bootlin adds value through its strong training reputation on Linux, official maintainer status for Linux drivers, and active participation in community events and co-marketing activities. Its technical expertise in Linux and open-source software distinguishes it from competitors, providing customers with reliable, cost-effective embedded Linux solutions aligned with ST products.

Services provided by Bootlin

• Linux Board Support Package Development offers complete Linux kernel and bootloader porting, custom driver development, system integration, boot time optimization, factory flashing, and in-field upgrades for embedded hardware
• Technical support and consulting provides embedded Linux development assistance including hardware selection advice, system architecture design, bootloader and kernel development, system integration with Buildroot or Yocto Project, and troubleshooting for boot time, power, and performance issues
• Upstreaming Linux kernel, drivers and bootloader code manages official open-source project submissions to merge hardware support improvements, bug fixes, and optimizations, ensuring reduced maintenance, easier upgrades, and higher code quality with multi-year experience in Linux kernel and related projects
• Bootlin Embedded Linux Training teaches engineers embedded Linux system development through theory and practical labs, covering system architecture, building, open-source components, and application debugging for embedded projects
• Yocto Project and OpenEmbedded development training prepares engineers to use the Yocto Project and OpenEmbedded for custom embedded Linux system development and application support, leveraging community experience and supporting specific hardware platforms
• Free online training on the STM32MP25: Embedded Linux system development training

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