Hi everyone,
We are excited to announce a brand-new guide that will help you easily compile and package C programs for your Omega2 Eval Board! If you’ve ever struggled with building custom packages for your Omega2, this guide is here to make the process smooth and straightforward.

What’s Inside the Guide?

Our step-by-step guide shows you how to:

• Compile a C Program into a Package for the Omega2: Learn how to use Docker and Onion's OpenWRT SDK wrapper to compile a sample C program into a package that can be installed by the package manager on your Omega2.
• Use Docker for Cross-Compilation: Use Docker to create a clean, consistent build environment, eliminating setup headaches and ensuring reproducibility across different development machines.
• Transfer and Install Packages on the Omega2: Learn how to transfer your compiled package to your Omega2 Eval Board and install it using the opkg package manager.
• Run Your Program on the Omega2: Execute your newly installed program and watch it in action!

Why This Matters

We understand that compiling and packaging custom C applications for the Omega2 has been a challenge for many users. This guide provides a surefire method to build and deploy your C programs, empowering you to develop custom applications with confidence.

Try It Out!

Ready to get started? Check out the guide:

Building a "Hello World" C Package Using Docker

This guide also applies to all the C programs in our Example-OpenWRT-Packages repository. Feel free to explore and experiment with different examples!

We Want to Hear From You

Give the guide a try and let us know how it goes! Your feedback helps us improve our resources and support you better.

• Comment on the Guide: Share your thoughts directly on the guide page.
• Join the Discussion on the Onion Community Forum: Connect with other users and share your experiences.

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Happy hacking!
Team Onion