Renesas Enhances Quick Connect Studio with Remote Debug and Real-Time Code Customization

Renesas Electronics has recently enhanced its Quick Connect Studio, a cloud-based embedded system design platform, by introducing remote debugging capabilities for boards. This expansion aims to provide users with a more comprehensive toolset to streamline the development process.

The Quick Connect Studio by Renesas allows engineers to efficiently optimize both hardware and software through a graphical interface. This enables quick validation of prototypes and facilitates the acceleration of product development. The platform, which is hosted on AWS in Europe, was showcased at Embedded World 2024 in Germany, showcasing its innovative features.

Engineers using the Quick Connect Studio can easily drag and drop device and design blocks, which are based on Renesas microcontroller boards and partner peripherals. The tool automates the generation, compilation, and building of base software, including drivers and sample code, with minimal upfront learning requirements. The cloud-based platform leverages powerful compute resources for fast compilation, while its intuitive GUI helps reduce the learning curve for users.

Renesas has taken a step further by offering remote debugging services at its design center in Frankfurt, Germany. Users can download code from the Quick Connect Studio to the remote board, and Renesas is implementing camera feeds to provide real-time feedback to the engineers. This initiative aims to enhance collaboration and support for developers working on embedded systems.

Furthermore, the Quick Connect Studio now supports a wide range of Renesas RA MCU boards, including the latest RAE family of low-cost devices, as well as various wireless modules and sensors from Renesas and partner companies. With over 350 systems that can be built using Renesas MCU and breakout boards, the platform continues to expand its capabilities to cater to diverse application requirements.