Practice Conclusion - 8.4 | 8. System Debugging and Profiling | Embedded Linux
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Practice Questions

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Question 1 Easy

What is the primary goal of debugging?

💡 Hint: Think about what happens when a program doesn't work as expected.

Question 2 Easy

Name one tool used for profiling.

💡 Hint: This tool helps measure performance metrics.

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Question 1

What is the primary function of debugging in software development?

To optimize performance
To find and fix errors
To compile code

💡 Hint: Remember what happens when software fails to behave correctly.

Question 2

True or False: Profiling tools are only useful after a program has been completed.

True
False

💡 Hint: Consider when to collect performance data.

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Challenge 1 Hard

Design a small embedded system project where both debugging and profiling will be essential. Explain how you would incorporate these tools at various stages.

💡 Hint: Think about how each tool can assist in development stages.

Challenge 2 Hard

You notice a heavy application is consuming unexpected CPU resources. Outline the steps you would take to diagnose and resolve this issue using profiling tools.

💡 Hint: What profiling metrics can help you analyze CPU utilization?

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