Explore strategies for developing and deploying embedded applications and images in this 30-minute conference talk by Mirza Krak from Mender.io. Compare and contrast various methods including lightweight package managers, desktop package managers, configuration management tools, smart package managers, Yocto runtime package management, PXE boot, and OTA updaters. Gain insights into the benefits and limitations of each approach to make informed decisions for your embedded application development. Learn how different mechanisms are implemented in real-world scenarios and how choosing the right strategy can enhance the entire development process. Discover Mirza Krak's expertise in embedded Linux solutions, board support package development, and open-source contributions. Delve into topics such as hardware bringup, bootloaders, Linux kernel, build systems, cross-compilation, debugging, and update solutions.