In embedded Linux development, an SDK (Software Development Kit) is not just a set of cross-compilers, but a comprehensive set of capabilities that supports application developers in building target system software “efficiently, accurately, and securely”. It serves as an important bridge between system builders and application developers. This bridge has completely different construction methods, widths, … Read more
As the complexity of embedded systems increases, build systems are no longer just about loading the kernel and rootfs. Buildroot and the Yocto Project, as two major representatives of build software, re-evaluate package management, showcasing the differences in two types of development thinking. This article will analyze the differences between Buildroot and Yocto in package … Read more
Introduction In the previous article, we introduced how to create a separate partition using the meta-toradex-security layer. Next, we will explain how to use encryption features on that partition, perform read and write performance tests, and if you are still interested, the final section will elaborate on the principles behind partition encryption. The technical implementation … Read more
In the process of building embedded Linux systems, the “capability to handle package dependencies” is one of the core indicators of the maturity of a build system. Today, we will focus on a detailed topic — how Buildroot and Yocto handle package dependencies? What are their respective advantages and disadvantages? This not only concerns build … Read more
📘Even Overseas Students Are Looking for Yocto Books! Today, I received a message from a friend in Germany: “I don’t have Alipay, and I can’t use WeChat Pay. Can I buy it with a credit card? I am currently in Germany, and my boss hopes that I will engage in Linux development work in the … Read more
▲ Click☆Star me to avoid losing contact 1. Introduction The SemiDrive X9HP chip supports multiple operating systems running in coordination, enabling the control of four screens for the instrument panel, air conditioning, central control, and co-driver multimedia. The intelligent interaction between the vehicle and the driver can be achieved through a perfect integration of display … Read more
🚀 Buildroot vs Yocto: Which Should You Choose for Your Embedded Linux Project? In embedded Linux projects, the choice of a build system is often the starting point and one of the key decisions for long-term investment. In this field, there are two “big players” that you cannot avoid—Buildroot and Yocto. Both systems can build … Read more
Click on the above “Linux Notes” and select “Pin/Star the Official Account” Get valuable content delivered to you first Introduction BusyBox Buildroot Yocto Project Summary Conclusion Introduction <span>BusyBox</span>, <span>Buildroot</span>, and <span>Yocto</span> are tools used to build embedded Linux systems, but they differ in design goals, complexity, and applicable scenarios. Below, I will introduce the differences … Read more
Introduction Toradex provides numerous security features for its software systems such as Linux, including Secure Boot, partition encryption, OP-TEE, etc., to help users meet security compliance. These features can be easily utilized by adding the meta-toradex-security layer developed by Toradex in the Yocto Project. In the following articles, we will introduce how to use these … Read more
01 All test programs in this section require the development board to have a Qt environment to run. The provided file system is derived from a Yocto build. We will later organize a separate ported Qt system to facilitate users in porting third-party software. If the user’s file system is not our factory version, please … Read more