8.1. Overview

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is debugging?

   Hint

   Think about what developers do when their programs do not work as expected.

2. 2.

   Name a tool used for profiling.

   Hint

   Recall some profiling tools mentioned during the session.

3. 3.

   What is the primary purpose of debugging?

   • Optimization
   • Finding and fixing errors
   • Enhancing aesthetics

   Hint

   Consider what you must do if a program crashes.

4. 4.

   True or False: Profiling is only necessary for complex applications.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Think about the importance of performance in every application.

5. 5.

   Create a debugging strategy for a hypothetical application that crashes during startup. Identify steps you would take using GDB.

   Hint

   Think about how you would systematically check the application startup code.

6. 6.

   Evaluate how profiling tools can impact performance optimization strategies in embedded systems. Provide real-world examples.

   Hint

   Consider specific performance metrics to analyze.