Intro to Software Development of Audio Devices - From Plugins to Hardware

This conference talk from the Audio Developer Conference (ADC) 2024 explores the transition from developing audio software for computers to creating software for physical audio hardware devices. Discover why developing for synthesizers, grooveboxes, effect pedals, and eurorack modules can be rewarding and less intimidating than it might seem. Learn about typical hardware architectures with a focus on software aspects including operating systems, programming languages, and key differences from PC development such as threading and interrupt handling. Get practical advice on how to enter this field through recommended prototyping platforms, software frameworks, and open source projects. Presented by Wojtek Jakobczyk from Polyend, who combines his passion for electronic music instruments with software development to create physical devices that feel real and alive.