Embedded Linux Development with Yocto Project

by Otavio Salvador, Daiane Angolini

Develop fascinating Linux-based projects using the groundbreaking Yocto Project tools If you are an embedded systems enthusiast and willing to learn about compelling features offered by the Yocto Project, then this book is for you. With prior experience in the embedded Linux domain, you can make the most of this book to efficiently create custom Linux-based systems. Starting with the very basics of the Yocto Project tools, this book will provide you with all the knowledge you need to work on real Linux-based hardware. With emphasis on practical implementation, this book starts by helping you set up and configure the Yocto Project tools. It then explains the Hob interface for BitBake in detail. You will explore different directory layouts and learn to maximize the use of the Poky build system. Compliance is always a hassle, so you will learn the methods to share source code and modifications, and how to fulfill open source license compliance effectively and convincingly. You will then gain experience in the use and construction of layers. This tutorial guide will teach you everything you need to know to get up and running with Yocto Project and develop amazing Linux-based projects.

121 pages, Paperback

First published July 11, 2014