Embedded Linux Development Services for Barfold

We have much experience with Embedded Linux Development Services for Barfold and embedded software in general. Our team has been working with UNIX and Linux since the early 1990s using primarily Novell, Redhat and Debian. We have also wrote x86-based and embedded-based kernel-space character and block device drivers; along with user-space drivers for various projects; which where mostly proprietary drivers for private companys. Some of the drivers included:

• IO such as Parallel Port, UART, RS232, RS485 (Modbus RTU/ASCII), RS422, i2c, SPI, USB, Ethernet, wireless (801.11g, 433MHz, 918MHz, XBee, etc), CAN, DAC, ADC and DIO.
• Displays such as LCD and seven-segment displays.
• Motor/actuator controllers such as open-loop and closed-loop PWM for DC/AC motors, servos, stepper motors and solenoids.
• Sensors such as analogue/digital cameras, GPS, accelerators, gyros, encoders, temperature, light, IR and Ultrasonic.

The most popular public kernel-space driver we wrote was the "poor mans closed-loop motor controller" called: Parallel Port PWM/Encoder Kernal Space Linux Driver. And our most popular public user-space driver was the USB Missile Launcher Linux Driver.

Our debugging techniques may involve gdb, valgrind, kmemcheck or simply printf, kprintf, and via DIO (e.g. LEDs or seven-segment displays).

We have extensive knowledge of the Linux command line tools (including the cut down version provided by busybox), packages available, and the inner workings of Linux itself. And have worked with numerous embedded Linux architectures such as x86 CISC, MPU ARM RISC (via OMAP, LPC, BeagleBone, Raspberry Pi and Arduino solutions), FPGA and microcontrollers (MCUs) such as STM32F4, MSP430, Atmel, PIC and LPC. Let alone using ti.com Design Tools for buck-boost converters, lowpass/highpass filters, and power management IC (PMIC)

We have been programming for over 20 years in many languages for generally Linux, BSD (e.g. Mac OSX) or Windows. However generally embedded tasks are done in C, C++, python and/or simple shell scripts using vital tools such as awk, sed, grep, telnet, ssh and netcat (among many others).

Electronics is an art our team has been working with since childhood (from building kits from Dicksmith, Tandy, and Jaycar to designing digital electronic keypads). Since then, we have maintained a constant update of knowledge and experience on the topic, since most of our projects involve either building a circuit from scatch, reviewing circuit designs, programming for target microcontrollers, and/or reworking pre-built PCB's for various needs such as bypassing/hacking solutions, or replacing broken components.

Our primary developer Luke Cole has a history as the "go to man" for many colleagues, and is well known to have "a knack for making things work". To learn more about Luke see his LinkedIn page or personal home page.

As the hub of Victoria's Macedon Ranges, Barfold is a thriving community that's home to many innovative businesses looking to take their products and services to the next level. For over two decades, COLETEK has been proud to serve as a trusted partner for these entrepreneurs, helping them turn their ideas into reality through our multidisciplinary engineering and product development expertise. With our national reputation built on reliability, collaboration, and capability, we're uniquely positioned to support businesses across Barfold, Victoria, Australia – from local start-ups to established players in the region. Our team of experienced engineers and innovators has a deep understanding of the unique challenges facing industries such as manufacturing, agriculture, and technology. As a multidisciplinary Australian engineering and product development company established in 2001, we've developed a comprehensive suite of skills that enable us to tackle complex projects across various sectors. By combining our strengths in mechanical, electrical, software, and electronic engineering, we offer businesses in Barfold the ability to drive innovation, improve efficiency, and expand their market presence. Our commitment to excellence and customer satisfaction has earned us a reputation as one of Australia's most reliable and capable product development companies. Whether you're looking to design and develop a new product, optimize your existing operations, or tap into the latest technological trends, COLETEK is here to help – operating throughout Barfold, Victoria, Australia, and delivering results that exceed our clients' expectations. In today's fast-paced business environment, it's more important than ever to partner with an organization that can respond quickly to changing circumstances while delivering innovative solutions that meet your unique needs. At COletek, we believe that by working together, we can build something truly remarkable – a testament to the power of collaboration and the potential of Barfold's innovative businesses.