Developing FDI Device Packages
Developing FDI Device Packages Course materials are provided in English, with versions available with caption support for Chinese and Japanese. This self-paced course introduces the FDI tool suite for EDD Developers to learn how to install, use, build, and test their new FDI Device Packages. Developers with existing knowledge of the EDD Language and pertinent details of their field instrument would benefit from this course. Protocol used in the course is HART, however many of the lessons apply to any of our supported protocols.
Device developers who are learning how to use the FDI Device Package Integrated Development Environment (FDI IDE) who are familiar with EDDL and the functions and features of their product are the ideal students for this self-paced online course. Product Managers or Team Leaders can benefit from learning how to use the FDI developer tool suite to support their staff members.
Prerequisites
- Knowledge of EDDL either through prior product registration experience, or completion of FieldComm Group's in person Device Integration - Writing EDD and Device Package Workshop.
- Active license to the FDI Device Package Integrated Development Environment.
Developing FDI Device Packages Course materials are provided in English, with versions available with support for Chinese and Japanese languages. This self-paced course introduces the FDI tool suite for EDD Developers to learn how to install, use, build, and test their new FDI Device Packages. Developers with existing knowledge of the EDD Language and pertinent details of their field instrument would benefit from this course. Protocol used in the course is HART, however many of the lessons apply to any of our supported protocols.
The course focuses on the following topics:
- Installing the FDI Integrated Development Environment (FDI IDE) software.
- Using the FDI IDE to create a project to develop an FDI Device Package.
- Modifying an existing DD to add the functionality required to successfully create an FDI Device Package.
- Testing, Signing, and Registering the resulting FDI Device Package with FieldComm Group.
- Bonus: Introduction to PA-DIM
Particular emphasis will be placed on enhancements required for FDI Device Packages including Offline Configuration, Device Health, and Digital Signatures.
Attendees will leave the course with
- An understanding of the FDI Device Package IDE tool suite, including the installation procedures and familiarization with all components
- How to begin developing an FDI Package based upon an existing HART EDD
- How to add required features for FDI Device Packages including Offline Configuration, Device Health, and Digital Signatures
- A summary of the testing and registration procedures of a finalized FDI Device Package
- An overview of PA-DIM
Students will leave with a certificate after successfully completing this course.
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