Summary

In this chapter, we got an in-depth look at what constitutes an embedded system. We learned how to distinguish between the various types of embedded systems, as well as how to determine the basics of picking the right MCU or SoC for a project.

After this chapter, the reader should feel comfortable reading through datasheets for MCUs and SoCs, explaining the differences between both, and determining what is needed for a given project.

The next chapter will look at why C++ is a highly suitable choice for the programming of embedded systems.