How to become a linux device driver programmer ?
 

Hi,

Can any one suggest me how to become a linux device driver programmer.
I have many doubts as I am working as software engineer in a company (1+ yr experience ).Our project is done using C,c++ in linux and windows both,I am working in C,C++ and using Visual studio and Linux GCC for my project.Our project is mainly on remote management of servers and systems.

I am very interested linux kernel-device driver programming .
can any one tell me what is good for me,and how to start I got some books (LDD 3ed ,etc ) but only reading book is sufficient or I have to get some training.

what about this driver programming future and scope.
Kindly tell some suggestion.
Thanks

Since you have programming experience, I would think that the next step would be to write a driver. If there is information that you cannot find in "LDD", then ask here or on Google.

Also, look for the source code for some existing drivers.

A Google search using "linux device drivers" shows lots of useful links, including sample code.

Writing drivers tends to need in-depth hardware knowledge. Not all companies offer their designs so sometimes you need to look at the product and make some guesses as to how to write a driver. Taking similar models for clues helps if you have the source code that is a start.

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