NXP Debian Linux and Debian Day 2024 in Santa Maria
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Early access to NXP Debian Linux for Variscite SoM
Israeli module maker Variscite has gained early access to the latest release of Debian Linux for its system on module (SoM) boards.
Early access to the NXP Debian release enabling developers to start work on the official version for i.MX application processors ahead of the full release for the Variscite SoM.
Variscite will showcase Debian running on the VAR-SOM-MX93 System on Module (SoM) (above, which is based on the NXP i.MX93 SoC, tomorrow in the US. Variscite also supports the i.MX95 and SoCs from other suppliers for its SoM modules.
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Debian Brasil: Debian Day 2024 in Santa Maria - Brazil
Debian Day in Santa Maria - RS 2024 was held after a 5-year hiatus from the previous version of the event. It took place on the morning of August 16, in the Blue Hall of the Franciscan University (UFN) with support from the Debian community and the Computing Practices Laboratory of UFN.
The event was attended by students from all semesters of the Computer Science, Digital Games and Informational Systems, where we had the opportunity to talk to the participants.
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Variscite Supports NXP's Debian 12 on i.MX Processors
Variscite will offer complete support for NXP’s Debian 12 (based on the Linux kernel 6.6.3) for its i.MX-based solutions. Variscite will receive early access to the Debian release supplying its clients with an advanced availability to design on i.MX application processors.
"This integration facilitates a seamless development experience, even for those new to Linux, making it ideal for rapid prototyping and proof-of-concept projects," said Ofer Austerlitz, VP Business Development and Sales at Variscite. "Because of our close partnership with NXP, we are the first to be able to showcase a live demo of the VAR-SOM-MX93 running Debian for attendees of NXP Tech Days Irvine.”
According to Variscite, developers new to the Linux environment will find an easier path to rapid prototyping or proof-of-concept. Precompiled packages are available getting rid of the requirement to recompile when adding packages and libraries. Included is straightforward open-source licensing enabling simple modifications and distribution.