Navigating Software Debugging in Avionics

This chapter explores the complexities of software debugging within avionics, highlighting real-world case studies that reveal rare bugs and their resolutions. The speakers emphasize the significance of thorough documentation, logging practices, and effective tools in post-mortem analysis, showcasing their own experiences in tackling challenging memory leaks. Additionally, the development of the Hubris operating system and its debugging tool, Humility, is introduced, illustrating the proactive approaches to enhance system reliability and performance.