How to read the standards

Regardless of which configurator you choose, you’ll quickly realize that implementing requirements goes beyond just using tools—it’s about deeply understanding the specifications that define the AUTOSAR standard. These specifications serve as a common blueprint, outlining how each module should behave and the configuration parameters that allow you to extend and customize a module’s functionality. The tools are like instruments used by builders to modify and adapt these blueprints, enabling you to tailor the modules to your specific needs.

For example, in the case of the COM module, the specifications define the configuration parameters that could influence the transmission of a PDU. This is helpful for developers and architects to configure the COM module and manage communication signals efficiently and properly. The configurator tools allow you to adjust parameters such as signal timeouts or data packaging options, but these...