User`s guide

Development Cycle
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2.1 Development Cycle
DSP/BIOS supports iterative program development cycles. You can create
the basic framework for an application and test it with a simulated processing
load before the DSP algorithms are in place. You can easily change the
priorities and types of program threads that perform various functions.
A sample DSP/BIOS development cycle includes the following steps, though
iteration can occur for any step or group of steps:
1) Use the Configuration Tool to create objects for your program to use.
2) Save the configuration file, which generates files to be included when you
compile and link your program.
3) Write a framework for your program. You can use C, C++, assembly, or a
combination of the languages.
4) Compile and link the program using a Code Composer Studio makefile
or a project.
5) Test program behavior using a simulator or initial hardware and the DSP/
BIOS Analysis Tools. You can monitor logs and traces, statistics objects,
timing, software interrupts, and more.
6) Repeat steps 1-5 until the program runs correctly. You can add
functionality and make changes to the basic program structure.
7) When production hardware is ready, modify the configuration file to
support the production board and test your program on the board.