Dublin Core
Title
The Linux Kernel Module Programming Guide
Creator
Peter Jay Salzman, Michael Burian, Ori Pomerantz, Bob Mottram, Jim Huang
Description
The Linux Kernel Module Programming Guide is a comprehensive and practical resource for developers looking to dive into Linux kernel module development. Written by experienced contributors, this guide covers essential concepts, from writing simple "Hello World" modules to advanced topics like character device drivers, system calls, and synchronization mechanisms.
What You Will Learn;
- Step-by-step tutorials on module initialization, cleanup, and parameter passing.
- Hands-on examples demonstrating file operations, /proc and sysfs interactions, and interrupt handling.
- Best practices for debugging, licensing, and writing portable code across kernel versions.
- Insights into kernel-space programming, memory management, and device driver development.
Whether you're a beginner or an experienced programmer, this book provides the foundational knowledge and practical skills needed to extend the Linux kernel efficiently and safely.
What You Will Learn;
- Step-by-step tutorials on module initialization, cleanup, and parameter passing.
- Hands-on examples demonstrating file operations, /proc and sysfs interactions, and interrupt handling.
- Best practices for debugging, licensing, and writing portable code across kernel versions.
- Insights into kernel-space programming, memory management, and device driver development.
Whether you're a beginner or an experienced programmer, this book provides the foundational knowledge and practical skills needed to extend the Linux kernel efficiently and safely.
Subject
Linux System Programming
Publisher
The Linux Documentation Project
Date
2026
Format
PDF
Rights
This book is available under the Open Software License (OSL), which means it is freely available for reading, download, distribution, and modification.
Language
English
Type
Text