Embedded Software
Embedded software refers to specialized computer programs designed to run on embedded systems, which are dedicated computing devices integrated into larger mechanical or electrical systems. It typically involves low-level programming close to hardware, real-time constraints, and resource-constrained environments like microcontrollers. This software controls device-specific functions, often without a traditional operating system or with a lightweight RTOS (Real-Time Operating System).
Developers should learn embedded software for careers in IoT, automotive systems, medical devices, industrial automation, and consumer electronics, where direct hardware interaction and efficiency are critical. It's essential when building systems with strict timing requirements, limited memory/power, or need for reliability in safety-critical applications like aerospace or automotive control units.