Practice Steps in the Cross-Compilation Process - 4.3.2 | 4. Configuration and Build Process | Embedded Linux
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Steps in the Cross-Compilation Process

4.3.2 - Steps in the Cross-Compilation Process

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Question 1 Easy

What is cross-compilation?

💡 Hint: Think about why we can't compile directly on the embedded device.

Question 2 Easy

Name one component of a toolchain.

💡 Hint: Toolchains are made of sets of tools, one of which is responsible for converting code.

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Question 1

What is the primary purpose of cross-compilation?

To compile code only on the target device
To compile software on a host machine for a target device
To install libraries directly on the target system

💡 Hint: Think about what limitations embedded systems have.

Question 2

True or False: Environment variables are not important for the cross-compilation process.

True
False

💡 Hint: Consider the role of configurations in software building.

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Challenge 1 Hard

How would you set up a cross-compilation toolchain for a new embedded architecture, such as RISC-V? Outline the steps and considerations needed.

💡 Hint: Think about each part of the process distinctly and what you need at each stage.

Challenge 2 Hard

If an application fails to run on the target architecture, what troubleshooting steps would you suggest regarding the dependencies?

💡 Hint: Consider what could go wrong during the build process.

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