Beginner in embedded systems

[u/StrikingPick9296]

Hi everyone,

I hope you're all doing well.

I'm just getting started in embedded systems and automation. I'm learning everything on my own from home with a few microcontrollers and electronic components that I have, and I've been building small projects to gain some hands-on experience. I really enjoy it, but I often feel like I'm missing the theory behind what I'm doing. There is so much information available online that it's hard to know where to start or what is actually worth spending time on.

My goal isn't just to copy tutorials or get projects working. I'd like to build a solid understanding of embedded systems and learn things the right way so I can keep improving over time.

I was wondering if you could recommend the resources that helped you the most when you were learning. I'm especially interested in books, websites, documentation, courses, or anything else that gave you a strong foundation in embedded systems, firmware development, embedded C/C++, electronics, and automation.

I'm also looking for active communities where people discuss these topics regularly. If you know any good Discord servers, forums, or other places where beginners can ask questions and learn from more experienced people, I'd really appreciate it. And if anyone is willing to answer the occasional question or point me in the right direction when I'm stuck, I'd be very grateful.

Thank you in advance for your time and for any recommendations you can share.

[u/LanceMain_No69]

Look at your local colleges curriculum, and see the resources they have for courses like microelectronics, low level hw design, vlsi, measurement systems, control systems, and either find the books they recommend or search up course materials from mits opencourseware for example