Hello,
I have to start writing/debugging programs on the iMX8QM on Apalis Eval board. I would like to ask if it’s possible to use eclipse on my linux PC to cross-compile, debug or run a program on the Cortex A53/A72.
What should I install on linux on the board to make it possible(sftp server?) → Is it possible to install applications on the current distribution using apt, dpkg or any installer?
Best regards,
Majd
hi @majd.m
I would like to ask if it’s possible to use eclipse on my linux PC to cross-compile, debug or run a program on the Cortex A53/A72. What should I install on linux on the board to make it possible(sftp server?) →
Yes, this is possible. To do the compilation and debugging, you will need to have the correct Toolchain and SDK. The Toolchain can be downloaded and the SDK can be built as explained here. Please read this Getting Starting Guide, which gives you an idea about cross-compiling and debugging, even it is not available for iMX8 yet.
Is it possible to install applications on the current distribution using apt, dpkg or any installer?
The current bring-up Image is provided by NXP, it includes the RPM package manager. However for custom packages you need to compile a custom image by yourself.
Best regards,
Jaski
