TLDR: The author aimed to create an updated disk image for a Rock Pi 4 using Yocto with CUPS and Docker to explore Yocto further and test the SBOM generation feature. RockPi 4 software can be outdated, but the hardware itself is reliable for various applications. Yocto is showcased as a powerful tool for creating custom Linux distributions for embedded systems, generating high-quality SBOMs effortlessly. The author provides a detailed guide on building a disk image with Yocto for the Rock Pi 4 and highlights key Yocto terminologies. The post also covers potential future improvements and offers resources for further exploration. Including the surprising fact that Yocto automatically generates SBOMs.
https://vpetersson.com/2025/02/21/yocto-rockpi-and-sboms.html