Yocto Tutorial - 02 Understanding the local.conf in Yocto: How to Customize Linux Distribution

Опубликовано: 10 Июль 2026
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What is local.conf file?
The local.conf file is a critical component of the Yocto build system that allows you to customize various aspects of your Linux distribution.
In this video tutorial, we will cover the basics of the local.conf file of Yocto build system.
The local.conf file includes package selection, kernel configuration, customization and more.

We will learn about local.conf and the default configuration settings (variables) in this file, including

MACHINE,
DL_DIR
SSTATE_DIR
TMPDIR, DISTRO
PACKAGE_CLASSES
EXTRA_IMAGE_FEATURES,
USER_CLASSES
BB_DISKMON_DIRS
CONF_VERSION

Then we will explain the additional configurations, RM_OLD_IMAGE, and INHERIT += "rm_work".

Finally, we will delve into the configuration details of default configurations. We will provide examples of default machines and their configuration files and the purpose of shared state cache files and temporary files.

Additionally, we will cover the purpose of distribution, package classes, image features, user classes, and patch resolve. By the end of this video, you will have a comprehensive understanding of the local.conf file in Yocto and how to customize it to meet your needs.


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