L31: Architecture patterns for modular & scalable embedded software design

Welcome to Lecture 31 of the course "Embedded C Programming" by Prof. Nitin Chandrachoodan. Full Course: https://study.iitm.ac.in/es/course_pages/CS2101.html Video Overview This lecture examines key software architecture patterns essential for building robust and scalable systems, especially in embedded applications. We explore layered architectures, event-driven architectures (and the challenges of callback hell), and microkernel designs, analyzing their strengths and limitations. Through practical examples like smart home security systems and medical device design, learn how these patterns improve modularity, reusability, and testability, enabling better-structured and maintainable embedded software solutions. About IIT Madras' online Bachelor of Science programme IIT Madras offers four-year BS programmes that aim to provide quality education to all, irrespective of age, educational background, or location. The BS programme has multiple levels, which provide flexibility to students to exit at any of these levels. Depending on the courses completed and credits earned, the learner can receive a Foundation Certificate from IITM CODE (Centre for Outreach and Digital Education), Diploma(s) from IIT Madras, or BSc/BS Degrees from IIT Madras. For more details, Visit: https://www.iitm.ac.in/academics/study-at-iitm/non-campus-bs-programmes #SoftwareArchitecture #DesignPatterns #EmbeddedSystems #LayeredArchitecture #EventDrivenArchitecture #Microkernel #OperatingSystems #RealTimeSystems #SoftwareDesign #Modularity #Reusability #Testability #CallBack #ISR #Drivers #HardwareAbstractionLayer #Abstraction #SystemDesign #embeddedArchitecture