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Embedded Linux Refresher

A quick overview/refresher

Last updated: May 4th, 2023

Buildroot Installation Steps

  1. Install host tools:
    Use the command:
  2. Download Buildroot:
    Clone the Buildroot repository using Git:
    Change to the Buildroot directory:
    Checkout the desired version (e.g., 2019.11.1):
  3. Configure Buildroot for your hardware:
    Choose the appropriate configuration for your target board:
    Raspberry Pi Zero W:
    Raspberry Pi Zero:
    Virtual machine:
  4. Build the target image:
    Start the compilation process:

After following these steps, Buildroot will download and compile the necessary components to create the target operating system image. The resulting SD card image will be ready to burn onto the Pi's SD card or use in a virtual machine.