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Introduction to Embedded Development

Welcome to Phuc's comprehensive guide for embedded Linux and GPU development! This documentation covers everything you need to know about developing for embedded systems, with a focus on the Rock 5B+ development board.

What You'll Learn

This guide covers:

  • Embedded Linux Development: Kernel development, device drivers, and system programming
  • GPU Programming: Mali GPU development, OpenCL, and Vulkan programming
  • C/C++ Programming: Best practices for embedded systems
  • Yocto Project: Building custom Linux distributions
  • Rock 5B+ Setup: Hardware configuration and development environment

Prerequisites

Before starting, you should have:

  • Basic knowledge of Linux command line
  • Understanding of C/C++ programming
  • Familiarity with version control (Git)
  • Rock 5B+ development board (recommended)

Development Environment

We'll set up a complete development environment including:

  • Cross-compilation toolchains
  • Debugging tools (GDB, OpenOCD)
  • Development boards and peripherals
  • Version control and CI/CD pipelines

Getting Help

If you encounter issues:

  1. Check the Troubleshooting Guide
  2. Search existing GitHub Issues
  3. Join our community discussions

Let's start your embedded development journey! 🚀