Coding Guidelines: To Comply or Not Comply - Myth Busting

Explore the nuances of coding guidelines for safety-critical applications in open source projects through this informative conference talk. Delve into the benefits and challenges of adhering to MISRA rules, the most commonly used guidelines in safety-critical contexts. Learn about best practices, common arguments against strict compliance, and criteria for acceptable deviations. Gain insights on designing effective coding guidelines for your project and applying lessons learned from MISRA rule sets to languages not yet covered by widely accepted standards. Discover how to balance the benefits of coding guidelines with project-specific needs and expectations in functional safety applications.