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Nerves is an open-source framework for crafting and deploying bulletproof embedded software in Elixir. It provides tooling and libraries for building small, self-contained software images for microprocessor-based embedded systems.

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Pricing

Open Source

Free tier

Yes

API

Skill level

Technical

About

What is nerves?

Nerves offers a comprehensive set of tools and libraries for developing and deploying embedded software using Elixir. It leverages the robust Erlang virtual machine and the Linux kernel to create small, self-contained software images for microprocessor-based systems. While not a full Linux distribution, Nerves integrates the Erlang runtime early in the boot process, allowing Elixir to manage the system. It supports a wide range of hardware, including various Raspberry Pi models and BeagleBone boards, and provides access to the Elixir ecosystem, including Phoenix, LiveView, Elixir Nx, and Livebook. Nerves also includes a C/C++ cross-toolchain for consistent builds across host platforms and offers modules for hardware access, networking, and SSH capabilities.

Best used for

Ideal for developers who need to craft and deploy bulletproof embedded software, build small self-contained software images, and leverage the Elixir ecosystem for embedded systems. Especially valuable for those working with microprocessor-based hardware and requiring robust, reliable software solutions.

Common actions

develop embedded software

deploy embedded systems

build custom firmware

manage hardware access

configure networks

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Capabilities

Key features

Elixir embedded software development
Small self-contained software images
Erlang virtual machine integration
Linux kernel hardware support
C/C++ cross-toolchain
Hardware access libraries
Network configuration

Target Audience

developer

Integrations

Not yet documented

Pricing & Plans

Open Source

Free

FAQs

What programming languages does Nerves support for embedded development?

Nerves primarily supports Elixir for embedded software development, leveraging the Erlang virtual machine. It also provides a C/C++ cross-toolchain, allowing for the integration of C/C++ code when necessary for specific hardware interactions or performance-critical tasks.

What types of hardware are officially supported by Nerves?

Nerves officially supports a variety of hardware, including several Raspberry Pi models (A+, B+, Zero, 2, 3, 4, 5), BeagleBone-based boards, Octavo OSD32MP1, GRiSP 2, and MangoPi MQ-Pro. It also offers generic configurations for x86_64 based hardware.

Does Nerves provide tools for networking and hardware access?

Yes, Nerves includes libraries like VintageNet for network configuration (WiFi, Ethernet, Mobile) and Circuits.GPIO, Circuits.I2C, Circuits.SPI, and Circuits.UART for direct hardware access, enabling comprehensive control over embedded device functionalities.

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