Closed. This question needs to be more focused. It is not currently accepting answers.
Want to improve this question? Update the question so it focuses on one problem only by editing this post.
Closed 2 years ago.
Improve this question
I have a project to do that requires making an operating system. Our aim is to make our own version of Google Glass. The glasses part is easy and we plan to use a Raspberry Pi for the system. However we are not sure how to make an incredibly simple operating system like the one for Google Glass with minimal mouse movements to operate it. Someone please help?
Wow sounds like a cool project. Instead of creating the operating system yourself how about just creating a SHELL.
Which means that you would be using some OS of your choice to Handel all the low level hardware stuff and you shell would tell the Pi what to do and how to do it.
A shell uses a read–eval–print loop (REPL) which is: a simple, interactive computer programming environment. see WIKIPEDIA for more info
I think that would be easier than creating a OS.
If you still wnat to make your own OS then take a look at these links:
PINTOS
Rasberry Pi - OS HOw To
I hope i could help.
Best of luck
Better make it under CreativeCommons....You can still make money through donations -- sure it sounds like you (You's') wanna get rich on something that isacopy of someone elses work and a big co.. no good!
Most important thing isto have atotally different Kernell from Linux, like they distanced themselves from Windows
Related
Closed. This question is opinion-based. It is not currently accepting answers.
Want to improve this question? Update the question so it can be answered with facts and citations by editing this post.
Closed 1 year ago.
Improve this question
I just graduated and started my career as a junior software engineer. The one thing I am struggling with right now is not knowing when to stop doing something from scratch.
Last week I was told to simulate a warehouse environment and tell my boss what sorts of layout should be optimal. I spent days trying to build that in Simpy, Netlogo, Google OR tools. Even though I was aware there's a software tool called AnyLogic for doing all this for you, I just didn't use it.
After spending almost two weeks with partial development my boss wasn't satisfied with my work. And now I'm watching AnyLogic tutorials. I am not sure whether I should keep working on improving my partial work or switch to AnyLogic and save time.
I would highly appreciate if you give me some suggestions to know when to go for the built in stuff and when not to. I know it sounds very simple but it's actually not. Requirement analysis of a project is very tough.
Thank you. :D
If future flexibility (upgrading, knowing how it works, etc.) of doing it from scratch benefits you more than using a prebuilt system saves you time, do it from scratch. Otherwise it's not worth it. Time is money, and you can't get time back.
As long as you understand what exactly it is that you are doing with a prebuilt system then there is no issue in using it. When I code, am I doing something wrong by using VSCode instead of writing my own text editor? No, I know what a text editor does and how it does it.
When I use VSCode, am I doing something wrong by running it in Microsoft Windows or Linux, and not custom developing my own operating system? No, because I know what an operating system does.
The flexibility of writing my own software to do these tasks does not outweigh the time saved by using a prebuilt solution and therefore I will end up being more productive, and probably make more money in the end, by using them.
Closed. This question is opinion-based. It is not currently accepting answers.
Want to improve this question? Update the question so it can be answered with facts and citations by editing this post.
Closed 1 year ago.
Improve this question
I'm a 2nd-year student doing my bachelor's degree in Computer Applications. I'm really interested in becoming a Game Programmer and my dream is to work at Rockstar Games😅(it sounds a bit crazy). I'm really worried and I don't know how to program or write code. I'm an absolute beginner. Do you have any tips or advice on how to get there and fulfill my dream? Thanks😀.
I work as a gameplay programmer in Canada so here's a few thing I can tell you.
Best place to start is doing the tutorials on the Unity website. Make a few that interests you and see how you like that. Unity is used in a lot of studios and it's very easy to find a ton of resources online for it. Once your more comfortable with it i'd experiment with unreal also to get an idea for more than 1 engine. While doing all that the idea is for you to build a portfolio of games/projects you can show an employer. Its ez to make ios/android builds to have portable visuals. Game jams are a great place to hone in some skills. Most game jam even lets you join in alone so teams missing people can add you in(programmers are usualy whats missing the most).
For the game industry more or less any programming degree can do but every studio will make you pass a programming test. Knowledge of the engine they use be it Unity/Unreal will be very important. For bigger studios that use their own they look for good c++/c# knowledge an often more experience. At the momment the industry is in dire need of people so its def a good time to join.
If rockstar is your ultimate goal you can certainly try and apply there right away (there's no harm), but its often more difficult to get in via larger studios when you don't know anyone there (also knowing someone on the inside is a major plus anywhere). But even if you don't know anyone, smaller studios have a lot of opennings at the momment and will often give you a a chance. 3 to 5 years experience in is when most opportunities might open up. But again depending on the labour market place may be more desperate.
Closed. This question needs to be more focused. It is not currently accepting answers.
Want to improve this question? Update the question so it focuses on one problem only by editing this post.
Closed 6 years ago.
Improve this question
So I'm curious about this. I assume the building of operating systems is a monumental task, especially with all the back end stuff that an os involves. I was curious if I wanted to rework the front end of an operating system, but take advantage of existing architecture/backend, what would be the best resources to use? Also, can you guys point to any examples of well designed front ends of operating systems that aren't really mainstream? It seems like everyone uses pretty large well known OS.
Yes, you can. But like you said, it's a huge, huge task. I am not sure of windows or mac, but in Linux you have options to do so. You can download a Kernel from https://www.kernel.org/ and write applications around it.
If your goal is to make applications around the kernel, then look at linux application development resources. Check out linux desktop environments https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Desktop_environment#History_and_common_use to see which one is good.
Closed. This question needs to be more focused. It is not currently accepting answers.
Want to improve this question? Update the question so it focuses on one problem only by editing this post.
Closed 9 years ago.
Improve this question
The title explains it. What computer skills, programs, et cetera are needed to make an operating system? I know I am a long way away in terms of skills to do this but I want to know what I should be aiming to learn to accomplish this goal of mine.
Start with a BS in Computer Science. Then maybe go for a Master's degree. Go heavy on the math.
Generally you need a low level language that you can compile to binary. A shop near me, Green Hills Software makes compilers and is located next to an excellent school. You could look into interning with them.
There are some great books in your area of study too.
You can buy simple chips online and write code for them. I know someone who built little robots in his garage from parts online. He would design super simple motherboards and have them built in China, write the code, and solder wheels, wings, and sensors on. He sold one of his models to NASA.
I hope you do it!
Closed. This question needs to be more focused. It is not currently accepting answers.
Want to improve this question? Update the question so it focuses on one problem only by editing this post.
Closed 8 years ago.
Improve this question
Wake on LAN so cool, just want to write a iPhone app to WOL my PC, but have no idea to code, any one can point me the way?
If you've no experience of programming, then this is a very large first step. (More of a sheer vertical incline really.)
As such, you might want to take a step back and have a look a some basic (or indeed BASIC) programming tutorials. (Google is your friend.)
Alternatively, Apple has good online documentation regarding Objective C and the Cocoa (the language and framework that iPhone applications are written in.) A good place to start for this would be Apple's Introduction to The Objective-C Programming Language.
Basically you need to send a magic packed as described here, to do that you'll need basic programming knowledge and some knowledge on socket programming, here is a good book on the subject. There are numerous examples of that.
But in the end perhaps I could persuade you to purchase one of several iPhone applications that do exactly that, or grab the free one?
You'll need an understanding of bsd sockets as well as the user interface kit framework to put the necessary controls on the screen.
Or of course download an existing free app like this one which does it already, automatically detects your mac address, and also tells you whether your machines are on or off:
http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/wake/id396566137?mt=8
All the best for your projects.