Embedded Containers as a Deployment Component via the Yocto Project

Explore the integration of embedded containers as deployment components using the Yocto Project in this informative conference talk. Delve into the 5 W's (Who, What, Where, When, Why, and How) of containerization in embedded systems, challenging assumptions about their compatibility with embedded Linux and the Yocto Project. Discover how recent demands for containers and deeper integration with CNCF frameworks in edge and embedded systems have led to various solutions, and learn why the Yocto Project's capabilities in meeting containerization requirements are often overlooked. Gain insights into how containers and the Yocto Project can be effectively utilized as deployment components in modern embedded systems, addressing crucial aspects such as licensing, reproducibility, security, and maintenance. Examine how packages, containers, and other project outputs serve as versatile building blocks. Conclude with a practical demonstration of a build, deploy, and update cycle for a micro-service/small footprint container, showcasing the Yocto Project's potential in embedded containerization.