Best Rtos Podcasts (2025)

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From Reactive Compliance To Proactive Self-Assurance In RTOs 10:48

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Surprise audits aren’t surprises to the people watching your data. We break down how risk-based auditing really works for RTOs and why the old habit of “fix it before re‑registration” no longer holds up. If you’ve ever scrambled for evidence after a complaint or raced to update policies post‑notice, this conversation shows a calmer, smarter path th…

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Embedded Executive: Commercial RTOS Goes Open Source | Micro Digital 16:02

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It’s not the first time this has occurred, but it is the latest—a previously commercial real-time operating system is now being offered as open source. In this case, it’s SMX from Micro Digital. If you’re wondering, like I was, where the company would choose to go this route, check out this week’s Embedded Executives podcast with Ralph More, the Fo…

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The Flash That's Not a Flash 48:28

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New Zephyr docs homepage is coming (...or already landed by the time you listen to this!) Zephyr Linux RPC with ec_host_cmd Linux netdev patchwork Zephyrbot opens issue #100,000 Seeed Studio XIAO Debug Mate Upcoming OpenAI device ...and job listings mention Zephyr RTOS? 👀 Deep dive into ST's Phase Change Memory (PCM) LVGL 9.4 support DTSh (Devi…

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EP396 Creative Strategies for Today’s Real Estate Market with Patrick Grimes 20:37

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Patrick Grimes joins Glen Sutherland to share his evolution from a corporate engineer to a full-time investor focused on building recession-resilient wealth. After losing big during the 2008 financial crisis, Patrick rebuilt his strategy by shifting away from speculative deals toward stabilized, cash-flowing assets in diversified markets like Houst…

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#020 - Embedded DevOps with GitLabs Darwin Sonoy 25:26

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In this episode of the Embedded Frontier podcast, host Jacob interviews Darwin from GitLab's field CTO office about the adoption and implementation of DevOps practices in embedded systems development. They explore the unique challenges embedded developers face when modernizing their workflows, including managing complex codebases with hundreds of m…

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ASQA IQ - November Update 12:53

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Compliance rarely fails in one big moment; it erodes through small gaps that compound. We walk through the November ASQA IQ update and turn it into a focused action plan so your RTO can protect students, reduce audit risk, and keep delivery aligned with the 2025 standards. We start with the nationally recognised training logo and why misuse is one …

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Can it run Doom? (yes, and with Bluetooth!) 50:18

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Linus' keynote at EOSS Korea Greg's keynote at EOSS Korea Linux C guard implementation sudo-rs Affected By Multiple Security Vulnerabilities Cloudflare outage Moddable SDK Zephyr Doom on nRF5340 West Module Registry for community modules Greybus Module for Zephyr STM32V8 Ridiculously tiny ESP32-C3 board Alientek DNESP32S3B OV5642 camera driver Blue…

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EP395 Buying Assets All-Cash and No Mortgage with Joel Friedland 28:59

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In this episode, Glen sits down with Joel Friedland to explore the power of buying real estate entirely in cash—no mortgages, no financing contingencies. Joel shares how this strategy gives investors a competitive edge by reducing risk, speeding up deals, and building stronger trust with sellers.They also discuss how all-cash acquisitions can stren…

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Inside ASQA’s Qualification Cancellations And How RTOs Stay Compliant 11:51

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When a qualification is cancelled, it’s not just a formality—it unravels time, trust, and opportunity. We take you inside the mechanics of ASQA’s qualification cancellations and draw a straight line from weak assessment systems to real‑world harm for students, employers, and the public. No scare tactics, just a clear look at what goes wrong and a p…

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Embedded Executive: RISC-V Works Great At Low Power Levels, Too | Upbeat Technology 10:54

4d ago10:54

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Most of the RISC-V offerings that I’ve seen have been pushing very high performance, with lots of cores and lots of chips. Upbeat Technology is taking a different tack by looking at very low power levels. In my discussion with Jerry Chen, Founder and CEO of Upbeat Technology, he explains the reasons for that approach, and, as you’ll hear, he tells …

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Inside The ASQA IQ Update: Risks, RPL, And Real Oversight 14:37

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Compliance isn’t a mystery box; it’s a system you can see, test, and improve. We take you inside the latest ASCA IQ update and unpack what it really asks of RTOs ahead of the 2025 standards: equivalent quality for international delivery, marketing that matches reality, RPL that stands up to scrutiny, and student monitoring that proves learning is h…

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Turning Complaints Into Compliance Wins 7:33

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Ever wished complaints came with a map and a highlighter? We dive straight into how RTOs can turn every complaint—formal or informal—into clear, auditable evidence of quality. Instead of chasing a zero-complaint fantasy, we walk through a practical approach that treats feedback as performance data under QA2 and QA4, showing where learner experience…

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#019 – Modernizing Embedded Systems: Step #3 – Adopt DevOps 30:21

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This podcast episode explores step three of modernizing embedded software development: adopting DevOps practices to solve the critical problem of late and over-budget project delivery in embedded systems. Host Jacob Beningo discusses the four core DevOps principles, presents a compelling case study of the Ariane 5 rocket failure that cost $500 mill…

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Zephyr 4.3 is out! 30:50

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Zephyr 4.3 has been released! 🎉 https://github.com/zephyrproject-rtos/zephyr/releases/tag/v4.3.0 Demo video Blog post tiny386 Minecraft server in a light bulb Actuator working group discussions French accent unsupported in file path Arduino Nesso N1 Linux kernel enabling MS extensions Infineon T2G Body High Adafruit MCP4728 shield BQ25188 Li-Po cha…

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EP394 Where Are We in the Real Estate Cycle with Mike Zlotnik 23:09

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In this episode, Glen sits down with Mike Zlotnik to break down where we are in the current real estate cycle—and what it means for investors. Mike shares insights on how interest rates, inflation, and capital flows shape market trends and timing.They discuss how to recognize the signals of expansion, peak, contraction, and recovery, plus practical…

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Watch your language! 34:23

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Debian's APT Will Soon Begin Requiring Rust Rust implementation of Arduino API Upcoming Zephyr Tech Talk about all things Arduino and Zephyr Zephyr switching to C17 AkiraOS LRC client Pebble 2 Duo hardware files NVMEM support for OTP Fuses Actuator API Working group meeting links Zephyr turns 10 survey Upcoming Zephyr meetups…

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EP393 Sending Money to U.S. Entities What Canadian Investors Must Know with Kris McEvoy (1) 12:02

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In this episode, Glen sits down again with cross-border CPA Kris McEvoy to unpack a critical topic for Canadian investors with U.S. properties — how to properly move money into your U.S. entity. They break down the key differences between funding as debt vs. equity, why that distinction matters for tax and structure, and what can go wrong if it’s n…

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Embedded Executive: Get All Your AI In One Place | Analog Devices 11:28

24d ago11:28

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There are lots of semiconductor vendors that do a great job of providing AI hardware. But unfortunately, for many of them, their offerings end there, requiring developers to source software and tools from multiple sources. It’s no secret that designing a system with AI is complex enough. Having to go to different vendors for different pieces just a…

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OpenBMC ported to Zephyr and (lots!) of other news 47:01

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FOSDEM coming up on Jan 31st and Feb 1st, 2026. Watch out for upcoming call for papers! New Zephyr modules out there: wolfSSL Edge Impulse Zephelin Raspberry Pi's VS Code extension for Pico now supports Zephyr OpenRISC and Nvidia monitors STM32 GPIO wake up pins Microchip rain triggered green house OpenBMC Zephyr presentation PSOC Edge E84 AI Hapti…

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EP392 Using Realtors to Score Seller Financed Deals with Chris Prefontaine 19:44

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In this episode, Glen Sutherland talks with Chris Prefontaine about how realtors can become key partners in sourcing seller-financed deals. Chris shares how creative financing helps sellers close faster, bypass banks, and create win-win solutions—while giving investors steady opportunities and long-term cash flow.…

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How Retail And Hospitality Training Packages Are Changing And What RTOs Must Do Next 29:16

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Big shifts are landing across Australia’s retail and hospitality training packages, and we’re breaking down what actually matters for RTOs, trainers, and learners. Angela sits with returning guest Lauren Hollows to dig into what’s changing in SIR and SIT, why this reform cycle feels different, and the practical steps you can take now to protect fun…

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It's raining boards! 46:18

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Zephyr 4.3 feature freeze! Peter Korsgaard, the author of Buildroot, has been contributing to Zephyr, particularly around the EEPROM API. Qt completed their acquisition of IAR Systems. Qt already has some level of Zephyr support. The "search by compatible" feature is now live in the Zephyr board catalog. You can now search for boards by specific se…

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EP391 Turning Cheap Homes into Cash Flow with Jason Law 15:53

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In this episode of Canadian Investing in the U.S., Glen Sutherland talks with Jason Law, a Canadian investor who jumped straight into U.S. real estate. Jason shares how he built a portfolio of rentals—starting with a $32K property in Erie, PA—before branching into Airbnbs near Niagara Falls. He explains the challenges, returns, and lessons learned …

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Embedded Executive: Matter Certification Just Got Easier | CSA 13:56

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Every IoT device should comply with the Connectivity Standard Alliance (CSA) Matter standard, but we know that’s not the case. For some developers, doing that is a no-brainer. However, there are some developers who struggle with the process. For that latter group, the CSA recently released a Matter-compliant platform certification that should help …

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Build Capability, Not Dependency: RTO Compliance Starts with You 28:17

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A glossy promise, a long wait, and an audit that collapsed in four and a half hours—this cautionary tale shows how fast things unravel when a consultant says “we’ll take care of everything.” We walk through a real CRICOS case where outdated policies and false confidence met the hard edge of the 2025 standards, and the regulator made it clear: capab…

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#018 - Zephyr RTOS with Brendon Slade 34:03

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NXP's Brendan Slade discusses why major semiconductor companies are investing heavily in Zephyr RTOS, exploring how this open-source real-time operating system is transforming embedded development for IoT and edge computing applications. The conversation covers NXP's role as a founding platinum member of the Zephyr project, practical advice for dev…

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Three Blind (Zephyr) Mice 44:52

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Fabio ran a 100-mile mountain race in Japan. He used a custom, Zephyr-powered headlamp during the race, built with an STM32C071 and lenses from Ledil. The Zephyr feature freeze is scheduled for next Friday, October 24th. "Search by compatible" feature is coming to the Zephyr board catalog. Full-day online Zephyr conference by Elektor is happening o…

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EP390 Using Real Estate to Secure an E2 Visa with Donalta Hall 15:28

2M ago15:28

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In this episode of Canadian Investing in the U.S., Glen Sutherland chats with Donalta Hall about her journey from an IT career in Toronto to U.S. residency through the E2 visa program. Donalta shares how short-term rentals helped her qualify, what it was like relocating her family to Alabama, and why the state is attracting more Canadian investors.…

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Embedded Executive: Tune Your Compiler for ADAS | Solid Sands 11:12

2M ago11:12

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Compilers and ADAS aren’t often used in the same sentence. For developers, that anomaly can represent a design challenge, as compilers in general are not designed for this particular application, which also happens to be at the top of the safety and security checklist. To understand how these compilers should be tested and implemented, I spoke to S…

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The new Arduino Uno Q gets a Zephyr brain 1:01:33

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Fabio's MinMax chronicles are over Google Japan's rotary dial keyboard. Everything is on GitHub - who is going to port it to Zephyr? :) The 1.65m long one from a few years back is pretty awesome too! Qualcomm acquires Arduino New Arduino Uno Q board has a Zephyr brain, and all the docs are already out This reminded Fabio of the Arduino TRE ; Arduin…

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EP389 SubjectTo, Lease Options & RTOs Making Creative Real Estate Work Anywhere with Marion Welch 24:22

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In this episode, Glen Sutherland talks with Marian Welch, a Canadian investor and creative dealmaker who turned adversity into opportunity. Marian shares how she uses strategies like rent-to-own and vendor take-back to solve problems for buyers and sellers, and how her investing journey has expanded from Canada into the U.S. and Mexico.…

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Embedded Executive: AI At the Endpoint | EMASS 11:56

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AI at the endpoint gets yet another boost from EMASS, a fabless semiconductor company that recently emerged from stealth mode. Having your processing at the endpoint presents a few significant challenges, namely the amount of processing that can be made available and the ability to run from a battery. EMASS has come up with a way to do this a littl…

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Beyond the Bot: Navigating AI Ethics in Vocational Education 34:09

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The vocational education landscape is experiencing a seismic shift as artificial intelligence transforms everything from assessment design to compliance management. This thought-provoking conversation with AI expert Lauren explores the practical implications of this revolution for RTOs. We dive deep into how AI is already reshaping assessment valid…

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Zephyr (remotely) calling 32:04

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Linus rejects Linux RISC-V Big Endian patches. Many options for RPC (remote procedure call), but no silver bullet? Network buffers, COBS, Protobuf (nanopb), I2C target mode, EC Host Command subsystem, ... Ring Buffer API RFC. Support has been added for the RP2350's Hazard RISC-V core. Raspberry Pi Pico 2 bootloader support. Waveshare RP2040-Keyboar…

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#017 - Modernizing Embedded Systems: Step #2 - Modernize Your Software Architecture 32:35

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Summary In this episode of the Embedded Frontier Podcast, Jacob Beningo dives into modernizing embedded software architecture—the second step in his seven-step framework for building faster, smarter firmware. He explores why most legacy architectures turn into “giant balls of mud,” how tightly coupling software to hardware holds teams back, and the…

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EP388 Avoiding the Big Beautiful Tax Bill with Kris McEvoy 10:33

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In this episode, Glen welcomes back Canadian CPA Kris McEvoy to unpack the hidden tax challenges Canadian investors face with U.S. real estate. They break down common pitfalls—like FIRPTA withholding, state taxes, and timing issues—and share proactive strategies to avoid surprise tax bills. From choosing the right entity setup to tracking expenses …

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Embedded Executive: The Same Level of Security Is Needed Whether You Have One Device or Millions | Infineon and CommScope 19:30

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No matter what your end device is, be it a light bulb or a driver’s license, it needs to be secure. I don’t think we need to go through the reasons why it needs to be secure. How you do that is becoming increasingly more difficult. And you may be looking at protecting millions of devices, where each one needs its own unique identity. To get a handl…

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Navigating New Standards: First Audit Experiences 21:02

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Ever wondered what your first audit under Australia's new RTO standards might look like? In this revealing conversation, Angela Connell-Richards and Lauren Hollows share candid insights from their recent experiences guiding RTOs through audits under the updated regulatory framework. The landscape has shifted noticeably. Auditors now place substanti…

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A wall of Zephyr news 35:10

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Recordings from The Things Conference 2025 are starting to appear on their YouTube channel. Photos from The Things Conference "IoT Wall of Fame", featuring many Zephyr devices, are available on the Zephyr Project LinkedIn page. Meshtastic, a LoRa-based mesh network for off-grid communications. "IoT is the process of taking electronics and putting i…

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EP387 Invest in Real Estate Without Tenants with Eddie Speed 17:28

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What if you could earn steady real estate income without tenants, repairs, or property management headaches? In this episode, Glen Sutherland talks with Eddie Speed, a 45-year veteran and founder of Note School, about the power of note investing—becoming the bank instead of the landlord.Eddie shares why mortgage notes can deliver:💸 Higher monthly c…

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Embedded Executive: Move AI to the Endpoint | Ambiq 13:37

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AI is a technology that generally requires a significant amount of power and high compute performance. Hence, it’s typically relegated to the Cloud or to an Edge-based computer. Performing AI at the endpoint has not been feasible for those reasons. With ambiq’s Sub-threshold Power Optimized technology (SPOT), performing AI at the endpoint is a real…

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Navigating the 2025 Standards: A Comprehensive Guide to RTO Re-registration 22:18

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Navigating the re-registration process doesn't have to be stressful. This enlightening conversation between Angela Connell-Richards and compliance expert Maycheck reveals crucial strategies for approaching RTO re-registration with confidence under the 2025 Standards. Did you know you can submit your re-registration application up to 12 months befor…

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MIN(1, 1) = 2 40:03

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Linus Torvalds' open source guitar pedal project. Troubleshooting a nasty issue in the MIN() macro. Macros are dangerous - prefer inline or static functions to function-like macros. Zephyr documentation available as a PDF. New "dtdoctor" tool helps debug Zephyr build errors related to Devicetree. New cool RP2040 boards: Waveshare RP2040-Matrix Adaf…

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EP386 How to Vet a Syndicator with Bronson Hill 21:01

2M ago21:01

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In this episode, Bronson Hill shares a simple framework to help passive investors vet real estate sponsors before committing capital. From assessing the market and sponsor to asking the right questions—like “What’s the biggest risk in this project?”—you’ll learn how to spot integrity, experience, and conservative underwriting. If you want to protec…

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Embedded Executive: Manual Vs. Automated Code Generation | TeleCANesis 11:44

2M ago11:44

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We’ve done podcasts in the past that discussed automating your code documentation. But we haven’t touched much on automating the code generation itself until now. On this week’s Embedded Executives podcast, I spoke to Jonathan Hacker, the Founder and CTO of TeleCANesis, and that’s exactly what they do. We got into the issues of why automated coding…

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First-Hand Experience: RTO Initial Registration in the 2025 Standards Era 23:25

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The training sector has witnessed significant regulatory changes with the introduction of the 2025 standards, leaving many RTOs uncertain about what to expect during their ASQA audits. This episode cuts through the noise to deliver practical insights from two practitioners who've recently navigated the new audit landscape. Drawing from their combin…

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The Zephyr CI meltdown 41:36

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Zephyr Developer Summit recordings are now available! The Raspberry Pi Debug Probe, usable with Zephyr's CMSIS-DAP sample. Zephyr Pull Request dashboard for finding PRs that need review. Twister weekly test results. Zephyr Discord server (check out #ci and #pr-help channels when you PR is stuck). GitHub issues labeled "good first issue" for those l…

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EP385 Less Tenants, More Control Why Nathan Turner Chose Notes Over Rentals (1) 28:23

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In this episode of Canadian Investing in the US, Glen Sutherland interviews Nathan Turner, also known as “The Canadian Note Guy.” Nathan shares how he transitioned from traditional real estate to buying non-performing mortgage notes in the U.S. He explains how he works with borrowers, modifies loans, and creates returns through creative strategies.…

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Embedded Executive: AI Is Hard. It’s OK To Ask For Help | CEVA 10:32

3M ago10:32

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Designing a device that incorporates AI can be daunting, for a good reason—it’s very complex. When you push that design out to the Edge, it brings in even more challenges, both on the hardware and software sides of the equation. To understand what these challenges are and where a designer can turn for help, I spoke to Amir Panush, the CEO of CEVA, …

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Launching a new Zephyr RTOS podcast! 44:25

3M ago44:25

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In this first episode, Benjamin and Fabio look back at all the buzz around Zephyr at the recent Zephyr Developer Summit, and dive into some new features recently added to the project Lots of new cool Adafruit and MikroE shields now available Twister Display harness OCPP support (protocol for the communication between EVs and charging stations) The …