Build Before Installing: Zephyr Dev Environment Using GitHub Codespaces

Explore how to streamline the Zephyr development environment setup using GitHub Codespaces in this 28-minute conference talk by Mike Szczys from Golioth. Learn about the benefits of providing a pre-configured build environment to new users, and discover how Golioth implemented this approach for Zephyr training with just 23 lines of code. Delve into the advantages of using Codespaces, including instant access to a fully-equipped development environment through a browser-based VS Code interface. Examine the strengths of this method, such as readily available code, Zephyr tree, and compilers, as well as its limitations, particularly regarding USB connectivity. Gain insights into potential workarounds for challenges encountered and consider how this approach can complement local installations while encouraging new users to engage with the Zephyr project.