Embedded Systems : Resources + 100 Interview Q&A

Section 01 — What is Embedded Systems

Crisp definition, 8 real-world examples table, key characteristics, and a full ES vs General Computer comparison table.

Section 02 — Subjects to Study

7 subject groups — Core Foundation → Programming → MCU Architecture → Protocols → RTOS → Hardware Peripherals → PCB/FPGA. Each subject has a one-line description.

Section 03 — Online Resources with Links

30+ curated resources across: free courses (edX, Coursera, MIT OCW), YouTube channels, official docs (ARM, ESP32, Raspberry Pi), simulators (Wokwi, Tinkercad), and must-read books — all with direct URLs.

Section 04 — Roadmap from First Year

Year-by-year breakdown: subjects per semester, hands-on goals per year, project milestones, tools list, and internship targets.

Section 05 — Top 100 Interview Questions with Hints

Across 7 categories: C Programming, MCU Fundamentals, Communication Protocols, RTOS, Memory & Debugging, ADC/Timers/Power, and Advanced System Design. Every question has a clear hint card in a separate row.