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Version: v0.1.0-a

Ver 0.1.0-a, this is akward. This release is really just a proof of concept so that I can get something out here.
DO NOT expect anything to really work smoothly, or at all in some cases.
I apologize in advance for anyone trying to read the code ❤️.

Installation

  1. Download this release of RPCortex.
  2. Connect your RP2040 device to your computer while holding the (boot sel) button.
  3. Open the (rpc[ver].ino) in Arduino IDE, and install TFT_eSPI in the library manager.
  4. Find the Arduino folder, usually in Documents, open the TFT_eSPI folder and open User_Setup.h
  5. Only do the TFT_eSPI steps if you have a TFT display, otherwise everything will be done in serial. You will have to modify the code and remove anything referencing the TFT_eSPI.
  6. Configure the file to your likings
  7. Select Pico as your device.
  8. Press upload!

Features

Terminal CLI

  • RPCortex currently is a CLI, but in the future, I plan to add a GUI with a desktop window manager, similar to some linux repos

Display Support

  • Custom-made drivers to support TFT displays.
  • Support for communication thru serial at 230400baud

Getting Started

To get started with RPCortex, follow the installation steps mentioned below. Once installed, explore the built-in features and customize your experience.

  • Upload (rpc[ver].ino) to rp2040 device
  • Get connected via ST7796 display, Serial(9600 baud), and HDMI coming one day.
  • SD/TF CARD SUPPORT IS NOT ACTIVE AS OF NOW, should be in the future though.
  • Follow the setup process
  • Enjoy!

Usage

TFT Displays

Please be sure to configure your display according to the User_Setup.h file. You can find this in the Arduino folder, then libraries, then TFT_eSPI, and open User_Setup.h
In this file you can setup your TFT display. Currently, this code is built around the ST7796 display, so results may vary

Release Notes

This release is mainly just a concept. A place to test things. Nothing here will be in the final v1.0.0-rc, but hey I'm getting there.

License

RPCortex v0.1.0-a is licensed under the MIT License.

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