Explore an innovative approach to quick-booting software-defined rear-view cameras in automotive applications during this 30-minute conference talk from DevConf.CZ 2023. Discover how speaker Eric Curtin presents a libcamera-powered solution that addresses the strict requirements for rapid rear-view camera activation in vehicles. Learn about the advantages of this software-defined technique over traditional firmware-based methods, including improved maintainability and the use of open-source frameworks. Witness a demonstration of the techniques employed to achieve fast camera frame processing and display. Additionally, gain valuable insights into starting early boot services, which may prove useful for various applications beyond automotive systems.