Microcontrollers: Unlocking Innovation in Embedded Systems
As companies strive for innovation, leveraging microcontrollers has become essential for success.
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Informed Opinions and Industry Insight on Tech, UX and Product Development
Connecting tech leaders with insight to move the needle, and developers and designers with inspiration to build really cool touchscreen-driven stuff people will love.
ICS Shines at Inaugural embedded world North America
Key takeaways from October's embedded world North America, held in the "Silicon Hills" of Austin, Texas.
Unlocking the Potential of AI for Real-World Solutions
ICS harnesses the power of AI to create solutions that not only meet today’s challenges but lay the foundation for tomorrow’s intelligent systems.
A Comparison of Embedded UI Frameworks
UPDATED! Here's a handy resource that compares popular GUI frameworks to aid in your decision making around embedded development.
Unlock Client Insight Early to Elevate Project Results
Strategies to get meaningful client feedback on your project team’s performance in time to make any corrections, if needed.
SOLID: Exploring the Single-Responsibility Principle
Adhering to the single-responsibility principle makes it easier to identify and modify selected code without impacting the entire system.
Why You Need a Secure Product Development Framework for Medical Device Cybersecurity
A Secure Product Development Framework is highlighted as a way of meeting QS regulations and FDA expectations.
When is the Right Time to Engage an OS Engineer?
Creating a custom board for a Linux-based OS is so complex and fundamental to the success of your project that advice from a platform specialist is indispensable.
Open-Source Tools for C++ Static Analysis
C++ programmers must design their code to be safe. Static analysis can uncover software defects, such as programming errors and security vulnerabilities.
Qt vs. Flutter: Which Framework is Right for Your Embedded Project?
This comparison between the established Qt and the emerging Flutter prompts the question: which framework aligns best with the needs of your project?
Are You Ready to Migrate from Motif to a New Toolkit?
Porting to a new, supported toolkit is a great opportunity to improve and enhance your application.
UX Design Strategies for Specialized Domains
For specialized, highly technical domains, effective UX design is built on an extensively collaborative process where the designer serves as both facilitator and creator.
8 SBOM Best Practices for Medical Device Manufacturers
A proactive approach to SBOM creation by medical device makers will contribute to a safer and more resilient healthcare ecosystem.
Key Takeaways from 2024 Embedded World
With the 2024 Embedded World Exhibition & Conference in the rear view, here are some key impressions from the ICS team around the future of embedded development.
6 Embedded Software Development Trends to Watch in 2024
These impactful development trends are making embedded systems more valuable – and more complex.
The Value of an Integrated Ecosystem
The true potential of a digital ecosystem hinges on seamless integration. Discover the value it brings and the pitfalls of disjointed components.
Best UX Writing Practices for Digital Health Chatbot Dialogue
Chatbots elevate the patient experience by delivering heightened personalization, real-time information, improved accessibility, and valuable support.
SaMD vs. SiMD: Do You Know the Difference?
Though the terms SaMD and SiMD are often used interchangeably, understanding their nuances is crucial for navigating compliance.
Raspberry Pi Retrospective: A Look Back at 2023
2024 is poised to be another exciting year in the Raspberry Pi ecosystem, with more new releases expected.
Creating an Exciting New UI for Automotive Grade Linux IVI
To showcase Automotive Grade Linux at CES, ICS created an intuitive UI with reference applications and instrument cluster based on embedded Flutter code from Toyota.
3D Printing, Computer Vision and Dragons Converge
The latest 3D printers with computer vision have relevance to complex use cases.
Today’s AI Computer Vision Landscape: Popular ML Platforms
For developers without deep machine learning experience, here are some tools to help you build expertise.
How to Conduct Unit Tests Using BLoC
The use of unit tests for code built with a reactive programming structure can greatly reduce the margin of error.
UX for Small Embedded IOT and Medical Device Screens
Small embedded screens are significantly different to design for than smartphones.
Navigating New Medical Device Cybersecurity Rules
With cyber threats aimed at healthcare on the rise, the FDA has tightened requirements for device makers. We help you make sense of the new rules.
Creating Reusable Libraries with Cmake
In part 3 of our CMake series we show you how to create a library that you can use for your own applications
5 Things to Understand Before Building a Linux-Based Embedded Device
Master these elements to successfully move from working prototype to Minimum Viable Product.
A Deeper Look at BLoC Pattern for Flutter
Explore BloC Provider, BloC Builder and other key aspects of BLoC Pattern.