Custom Kernels on Edge Devices in 2020

Explore the performance of custom kernels on edge devices in this 18-minute conference talk from Arch Conf 2020. Delve into the world of real-time computing as speaker Angad Sharma examines the potential of custom kernels, such as Linux RT Kernel and Xanmod, on a minimal Arch Linux distribution. Learn about kernel-level preemption and its impact on real-time tasks, drawing parallels to applications in space technology. Discover how the stability and enhancements of the TICK stack in 2020 influence the performance of edge computing devices running custom kernels, and gain insights into the advantages and challenges of implementing these solutions in real-world scenarios.