# Model-Based Development with Max Kolesnikov

- Show: [The Pragmatic Embedded Podcast](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/the-pragmatic-embedded-podcast)
- Published: 2023-11-21
- Length: 52m
- Page: https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/the-pragmatic-embedded-podcast/2023-11-21-model-based-development-with-max-kolesnikov
- Listen: https://agileembeddedpodcast.com/episodes/model-based-dev-max-kolesnikov-2wbHrHg2

## Summary

Max Kolesnikov, founder and CEO of MKS Technology, explains model-based software development using tools like MathWorks Simulink and Stateflow, particularly for complex control algorithms and state machines. He discusses integrating these visual models into modern DevOps workflows, including version control, continuous integration, and automated testing via Simulink Test. Kolesnikov highlights how this approach improves communication between software engineers and domain experts (like calibration engineers) and facilitates collaboration across organizational boundaries in the automotive industry.

## Chapters

- [0:00](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/the-pragmatic-embedded-podcast/2023-11-21-model-based-development-with-max-kolesnikov#t=0) Introduction and Guest Background
- [4:35](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/the-pragmatic-embedded-podcast/2023-11-21-model-based-development-with-max-kolesnikov#t=275) Defining Model-Based Development
- [10:30](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/the-pragmatic-embedded-podcast/2023-11-21-model-based-development-with-max-kolesnikov#t=630) Visual Representation and Collaboration Benefits
- [18:02](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/the-pragmatic-embedded-podcast/2023-11-21-model-based-development-with-max-kolesnikov#t=1082) DevOps, Version Control, and Testing
- [24:17](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/the-pragmatic-embedded-podcast/2023-11-21-model-based-development-with-max-kolesnikov#t=1457) Tool Configuration and Model Types
- [31:04](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/the-pragmatic-embedded-podcast/2023-11-21-model-based-development-with-max-kolesnikov#t=1864) Simulink Operating Systems and Hardware Integration
- [37:10](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/the-pragmatic-embedded-podcast/2023-11-21-model-based-development-with-max-kolesnikov#t=2230) Automotive Industry Adoption and Calibration
- [44:14](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/the-pragmatic-embedded-podcast/2023-11-21-model-based-development-with-max-kolesnikov#t=2654) Hybrid Development and Getting Started

## Topics

- [Embedded firmware](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/embedded-firmware)
- [EDA & CAD tools](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/eda-and-cad-tools)
- [Hiring & workforce](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/hiring-and-workforce)

## Most relevant to

established companies

## Mentioned

- MKS Technology (company)
- MathWorks (company)
- Simulink (tool)
- Stateflow (tool)
- QP/QM (tool)
- NXP (company)
- Harley Davidson (company)
- Polaris (company)

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- [404: Uppercase A, Lowercase R M](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/embedded-fm/2022-03-04-404-uppercase-a-lowercase-r-m) (Embedded.fm)
- [Embedded Systems Engineer Discusses AI-Driven Testing Revolution](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/ontrack/2025-06-03-embedded-systems-engineer-discusses-ai-driven-testing-revolution) (OnTrack)
- [The Benefits of Model-Based Engineering w/ Henrik Hulgaard](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/the-manufacturing-executive/2024-11-05-the-benefits-of-model-based-engineering-w-henrik-hulgaard) (The Manufacturing Executive)

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