Summary
In this chapter, we set out to create a robust environment for embedded firmware development, focusing on the careful selection and setup of essential tools. Each tool we selected plays a crucial role in the efficient development of firmware for microcontrollers. We explored the installation processes of STM32CubeIDE, the GNU Arm Embedded Toolchain, and OpenOCD, laying a solid groundwork for our development activities.
We then introduced the NUCLEO-F411 development board, equipped with an STM32F411RE microcontroller, as our experimental platform, and we spent time identifying some of the components on the board.
We also emphasized the importance of knowing the different types of datasheets and reference manuals, equipping us with the ability to quickly access detailed information about a microcontroller’s architecture and functionalities.
Moving on to the next chapter, we will leap into developing our first bare-metal firmware, using only the documentation we have compiled as our guide.
