Explore the principles and practices of modern operating systems through hands-on experience with the xv6 OS. Gain a deep understanding of process management, scheduling, synchronization, and file systems.
This course provides an in-depth exploration of operating system concepts, including multiprogramming, dual-mode operation, process management, scheduling, synchronization, and file systems. Students will gain a deep understanding of the principles and practices of modern operating systems through lectures, programming assignments, and hands-on experience with the xv6 operating system.
This course is highly recommended for students interested in operating systems, computer architecture, and system-level programming. It provides a solid foundation for further study in these areas and is valuable for those pursuing careers in software engineering, systems programming, or computer science research.
Learn by Doing from Your Browser Sidebar
Simply install the browser extension and click to launch GetVM directly from your sidebar.
Choose your OS, IDE, or app from our playground library and launch it instantly.
Practice within the VM while following tutorials or videos side-by-side. Save your work with Pro for easy continuity.