Did you ever wonder what a bootloader is? You often hear about bootloaders in the context of safety critical applications and software updates. This article describes the basics of bootloaders for microcontrollers and how it can help you with your application. 1.1 Important concepts & definitions In order to prevent confusion with the naming we chose the following names for the 3 different pieces of software, which we will talk about in this article: 1. Firmware: This is the main software...

Beyond Version Control: A Scalable Framework for Clearer Simulation Insights Keeping pace with simulation and design changes can be difficult in a dynamic development environment. Version control helps manage simulation model development, but it has limitations. Developers often make localized tests and modifications to explore specific scenarios. This can lead to confusion when interpreting results because crucial information is missing: Model Version: Which version of the model was used for...

Key Takeaways ✔ Reduce software test execution from days to hours through cloud scalability ✔ Integrate MATLAB® and Simulink® into an automated CI pipeline using Jenkins and AWS ✔ Lower infrastructure costs while improving developer feedback cycles and software quality 1. The Challenge Modern vehicles are increasingly software-defined systems. With every new software release, thousands - or even tens of thousands - of automated tests must be executed before deployment. As software complexity...