Binder - Fixing Contention in Buffer Allocations

Explore the challenges and solutions surrounding buffer allocation contention in Android's core graphics stack during this 15-minute Linux Plumbers Conference talk. Delve into the specific details of how the alloc-mutex became a major source of contention, leading to significant delays and janks in the system. Learn about the strategies and techniques implemented to mitigate these scenarios in binder, improving overall performance and user experience in Android devices.