C++
We're venturing into the exciting overlap between C++ and Embedded Systems. Let's explore why and how we use C++ in this realm! 🚀
As we know, Embedded Systems are application-specific systems with a dedicated function within a larger mechanical or electrical system. They often have real-time computing constraints and are used widely across industries, in products from aviation to household appliances.
Traditionally, C has been the lingua franca for programming embedded systems due to its low-level functionality and efficiency. But why might we consider C++?
1️⃣ Object-Oriented Programming: C++ is fundamentally an extension of C with added features like classes and objects. These features of Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) allow for better organization of code, higher reusability, and improved maintainability.
2️⃣ Abstraction: C++ offers the ability to abstract the complexity of certain operations, which can make the program more straightforward and easier to debug and maintain.
3️⃣ Standard Template Library (STL): STL provides ready-to-use software libraries for various data structures, algorithms, and iterators. This reduces the time spent on code development.
However, there's a word of caution! The higher abstraction layers and features of C++ could increase the memory footprint and execution time, which could be a trade-off in resource-constrained systems. Therefore, it's essential to understand your system's requirements and constraints before choosing the programming language.