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Switch Debouncing in microcontrollers INTRODUCTION In the world of electronic design, especially when dealing with mechanical switches, switch debouncing is a crucial consideration. Mechanical switches tend to generate multiple rapid electrical pulses when pressed or released, which can introduce errors into digital systems. These erratic …

Understanding Fork, Exec, and Process Creation in Linux INTRODUCTION In the world of Linux, process creation is a core mechanism that allows applications to run and interact with the operating system. For developers and system administrators, understanding the ins and outs of how processes are …

Various Categories of Interrupt Controllers INTRODUCTION Efficient handling of interrupts is critical in embedded systems and processors, ensuring seamless communication between hardware components. Interrupt controllers play a vital role in managing interrupt requests, prioritizing them, and directing them to the appropriate handlers without overloading the …

A Complete Guide to Smart Pointers in C++ INTRODUCTION Memory management is a critical aspect of C++ programming, and with the advent of modern C++, smart pointers have revolutionized the way developers handle dynamic memory. Smart pointers provide an automatic and efficient way to manage …

Serial 8051 Communication: Fundamentals of SPI and UART INTRODUCTION Serial communication is a fundamental aspect of embedded systems, enabling efficient data transfer between microcontrollers and peripherals. The 8051 microcontroller supports two key serial communication protocols: UART (Universal Asynchronous Receiver/Transmitter) and SPI (Serial Peripheral Interface). UART …