Learn MISRA-C-AVIONICS with Real Code Examples

Ensure C compiler and development environment are available

Integrate MISRA compliance checker or static analysis tool

Configure project with MISRA rulesets (mandatory, required, advisory)

Define code review procedures aligned with MISRA

Set up automated reporting for compliance tracking

Install C compiler for target hardware

Install MISRA static analysis tools

Configure project ruleset and reporting options

Integrate compliance checks into build pipeline

Train development team on MISRA rules and practices

Static analysis tool configurations

Project-specific MISRA ruleset files

Deviation justification documentation

Build scripts integrating compliance checks

Documentation for certification authorities

lint - analyze code for MISRA rule violations

build - compile with MISRA-compliant options

report - generate compliance report

check - verify deviation documentation

test - run unit and integration tests on embedded targets

Rules apply globally to safety-critical C code

Documentation and standards available in multiple languages

Compiler-independent rules ensure portability

Applicable across avionics, automotive, and industrial embedded systems

Universal coding practices for safety-critical software

Accessible to trained embedded C developers

Documentation and tools widely available

Works across various compiler toolchains

Supported by industry certification authorities

Community support through MISRA and safety-critical forums

N/A - textual embedded C code

Comments and documentation critical for readability

Structured indentation and naming conventions

Tool-generated reports provide visual feedback

Coding standards maintained for human review

Global variables restricted and controlled

Static memory allocation for predictable behavior

Module-level encapsulation for internal states

Function parameters strictly typed and validated

State transitions verified with testing

Static arrays and fixed-size buffers

Avoid dynamic memory allocation at runtime

Explicit type casting to prevent undefined behavior

Document all external inputs and outputs

Log violations and deviations for review