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Subject: Re: How does not practice freebsd kernel programming?
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> What is the best way to start practicing kernel programming on freebsd for
> amateurs. I have found many sites about Linux kernel programming but none
> for FReebsd kernel programming.
> What are the usual steps followed while learning freebsd kernel
> programming?

Maybe you should take a look at the book "The Design and Implementation of
the FreeBSD Operating System"  by Marshall Kirk McKusick.  I'm also a
beginner in this field, and IMHO this book is a great introduction.

Regards,

Alex