We are excited to invite you to the Zephyr Project in-person meetup in Zürich, Switzerland! Whether you’re new to open source, embedded systems programming, or software development, this event is designed for anyone eager to dive deeper into the world of low-power, dependable embedded systems.
At this meetup, you will hear presentations on Zephyr-based products, explore interesting subsystems and features you may not have encountered yet, and gain insights into the future of embedded technologies. This is a fantastic opportunity to expand your network, engage with experts, and learn from community members who share your passion for Zephyr RTOS.
To keep things lively, we will have beer, coffee, pizza, and mate available for everyone to enjoy!
Our discussions will be in English, and we welcome participants from all backgrounds and experience levels.
About the event:
Date: November 21, 2024
Time: 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Location: GARDENA Digital Hub, Räffelstrasse 26, Zürich, 8045 CH
Map: Check here
Agenda:
6:00 pm – 6:30 pm – Snacks, Pizza & Drinks
6:30 pm – 6:45 pm – Welcome note & lightning talk on how Gardena uses Zephyr – Marc Lasch, Gardena team
6:45 pm – 7:15 pm – Zephyr in Education?: Johannes Neyer, ZHAW Zürcher Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaften
The Institute of Embedded Systems at the ZHAW uses Zephyr for several lab exercises. These labs include topics like embedded security, bootloaders, and general operating system concepts. In this talk, we will showcase these labs and discuss the challenge of providing a uniform Zephyr development environment that can be set up quickly and reliably.
7:15 pm – 7:45 pm – Zephyr Behavior Tree, Gerson Fernando Budke, Embedded Software Engineer, Leica Geosystems part of Hexagon
ZephyrBT is a Behavior Tree framework for embedded devices built on the Zephyr Project. A use case from a company will explored using the Groot2 IDE for modeling the Behavior Tree. Details about the Zephyr Behavior Tree will be presented to show that technology is an efficient and modular control flow for real-time systems.
7:45 pm – 8:00 pm – Break time
8:00 pm – 8:15 pm – Porting Zephyr to the CH32V003 SGTM, Michael Hope
The CH32V003 is RISC-V microcontroller that costs $0.10 in 5000-of quantities and, thanks to the efforts of @kholia, it now runs Zephyr. This is a short talk about the porting effort, what’s supported, some of the considerations when you’re tight on RAM or flash, and some potential applications.
8:15 pm – 8:45 pm – Rethinking Embedded Development: Zephyr Through the Eyes of Model-Driven Engineering, Tobias Kästner, Solution Architect Medical IoT, inovex GmbH
Embedded software development, with its inherent complexities, often presents significant challenges. While numerous solutions exist, a standardized approach remains elusive.The Zephyr Project offers a refreshing perspective. Beyond being a mere RTOS, it’s in fact (at least in parts) a model-driven framework designed to streamline embedded software development with its tight connection to hardware development.
We will delve into three key technologies from Zephyr and explore their connection to model-based development methodologies. By understanding these technologies, you’ll gain insights into how to improve your development process, leading to more efficient and reliable embedded systems.
8:45 pm onwards – Networking
About the Venue and Board Sponsors
This meetup will take place at the GARDENA Digital Hub, located at Räffelstrasse 26, Zürich. The venue is generously sponsored by GARDENA and Husqvarna, and is the perfect setting to explore the exciting possibilities within the Zephyr Project and embedded systems.
A great example of Zephyr in action is GARDENA’s Smart Irrigation Control, which uses Zephyr RTOS to manage garden irrigation systems. This innovative system controls up to six irrigation valves, allowing for fully customized and automatic irrigation schedules for separate garden areas. Integrated with the GARDENA smart system, it can be controlled via the GARDENA Smart App, providing a seamless, automated gardening experience.
Additionally, there will be free boards available for attendees to explore, including Nordic Semiconductor’s DK and Power Profiler Kit, giving you the chance to dive hands-on into Zephyr development.
We are looking forward to meet you in Zürich
While you’re in Zürich for the meetup, take some time to explore the city. Enjoy a stroll along the beautiful Lake Zürich promenade or take a boat ride with scenic views of the mountains. Wander through the cobbled streets of Old Town (Altstadt), visit historic churches, and explore charming shops and cafes. Dive into Swiss culture at the Swiss National Museum or take a hike up Uetliberg Mountain for panoramic views of the city and surrounding landscape. Zürich is a perfect mix of culture, history, and natural beauty, so make the most of your time here!
We look forward to seeing you at the Zephyr Project Meetup in Zürich!