The Embedded Frontier
Episodes
#026 - Metrics Dashboards to the Rescue
18 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Jacob Beningo concludes his embedded software modernization framework series by discussing the establishment of metrics scoreboards for embedded syste...
#025 - Modernize Your Embedded System with AI / ML
04 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Jacob Beningo explores how artificial intelligence and machine learning can modernize embedded systems development, sharing practical examples and dis...
#024 - Simulating Embedded Systems
04 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Jacob explores simulation for embedded systems as the seventh step in modernizing embedded development. He discusses functional simul...
#023 - Modernization Embedded Systems with Test-Driven Development
21 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, embedded systems expert Jacob Beningo explores test-driven development (TDD) as the fourth step to modernize embedded software develo...
#022 - 2026 Embedded Systems Trends
07 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Embedded systems expert Jacob Beningo explores five major industry trends for 2026, focusing on how AI-assisted development, security requirements, an...
#021 - From Pray and Patch to Proactive: Modernizing Embedded Security
11 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Visit our sponsor's website to learn more about their embedded security solutions at https://www.RunSafeSecurity.com/jacob This episode explores...
#020 - Embedded DevOps with GitLabs Darwin Sonoy
26 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Embedded Frontier podcast, host Jacob interviews Darwin from GitLab's field CTO office about the adoption and implementati...
#019 – Modernizing Embedded Systems: Step #3 – Adopt DevOps
18 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This podcast episode explores step three of modernizing embedded software development: adopting DevOps practices to solve the critical problem of late...
#018 - Zephyr RTOS with Brendon Slade
17 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
NXP's Brendan Slade discusses why major semiconductor companies are investing heavily in Zephyr RTOS, exploring how this open-source real-time op...
#017 - Modernizing Embedded Systems: Step #2 - Modernize Your Software Architecture
02 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
SummaryIn this episode of the Embedded Frontier Podcast, Jacob Beningo dives into modernizing embedded software architecture—the second step in his ...
#016 - Modern Build Systems with Kyle Dando
04 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Embedded Frontier podcast, Jacob Beningo and Kyle Dando from NXP discuss the modernization of embedded software and firmware, f...
#015 - Modernizing Embedded Systems: Step #1 - Overhauling Your Build System
21 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Embedded Frontier Podcast, Jacob Beningo discusses the importance of modernizing build systems in embedded software development...
#014 - Modernizing Embedded Systems: A 7-Step Framework
07 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
SummaryIn this episode of the Embedded Frontier Podcast, Jacob Beningo introduces a comprehensive framework for modernizing embedded systems developme...
#013 - The Role of AI in Embedded Software Development
16 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Embedded Frontier podcast, Jacob Beningo explores the evolving role of artificial intelligence (AI) in embedded systems develop...
#012 - Trends from Embedded World 2025
25 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
SummaryIn this episode of the Embedded Frontier, Jacob Beningo discusses the key trends observed at Embedded World 2025, focusing on the integration o...
#011 - Mastering Embedded Systems: Lessons from 'The Embedded Project Cookbook' with John Taylor
11 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
SummaryIn this conversation, Jacob Beningo interviews John Taylor about his extensive experience in embedded systems and his new book, 'The Embed...
#010 - Top Trends in Embedded Systems for 2025
06 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Embedded Frontier, Jacob Beningo discusses the top trends in embedded systems for 2025. He highlights the increasing role of AI and...
#009 - Real-World Lessons in Embedded Security, AI, and Systems Development with Shawn Prestridge
02 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Curious about the future of embedded systems? In this episode, Jacob Beningo is joined by Shawn Prestridge from IAR Systems to tackle the pressing cha...
#008 - Are Embedded Manufacturers Ready for New IoT Security Compliance Demands with Francois Baldassari
24 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Jacob Beningo interviews François Baldassari, Memfault CEO, about IoT security compliance demands. They discuss embedded manufacture...
#007 - Unlocking the Potential of AI in Embedded Systems with Daniel Situnayake
02 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
SummaryIn this conversation, Jacob and Daniel Situnayake discuss the future of AI and machine learning in embedded software development. They explore ...
#006 - Decreasing Debugging, Increasing Productivity
09 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Jacob Beningo discusses the importance of debugging in embedded development and shares several techniques to decrease debugging time....
#005 - The Risks of Zero-Day Attacks in Open Source Software with Frank Huerta
20 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
SummaryIn this episode, Jacob Beningo interviews Frank Herta, the CEO of Curtail Incorporated, about the risks of zero-day attacks in open source soft...
#0004 - Embedded DevOps to the Rescue
06 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Jacob Benningo discusses the importance of DevOps in the embedded software development industry. He emphasizes the need for DevOps to...
#0003 - The Fight for True Open-Source RTOSes
20 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Carsten Gregerson shares his background in the embedded systems industry and how he got into it. He discusses his work at Nabto, a company that provid...
#0002 - Baremetal, POSIX, and the Future of RTOS
08 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
SummaryThis podcast episode discusses using bare metal and real-time operating systems (RTOS) in embedded systems development. It highlights the stead...
#0001 - Max the Magnificent's AI Emporium
17 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this conversation, Max (Clive) Maxfield discusses his journey into embedded systems and the industry's evolution. He highlights the fascinatin...
#0000 - Embedded Software Trends for 2024
03 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Jacob discusses trends in the embedded software industry and provides techniques and practices for staying relevant and successful. T...