There should be an esp32s3-direct-boot-example #14
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Checklist
- Checked the issue tracker for similar issues to ensure this is not a duplicate.
- Described the feature in detail and justified the reason for the request.
- Provided specific use cases and examples.
Feature description
I am trying to port a bare metal runtime for Ada over to the ESP32s3. It has proven unreasonably difficult. It requires a monumental reverse engineering effort to peel aways all the layers of tools, scripts and configurations in order to understand the underlying SOC. The FreeRTOS adds yet another layer obscuring it.
It would be great if there was a similar barebones direct boot example for the ESP32s3 SoC to make bare metal development easier. Currently, the lack of bare metal makes third-party support for the SoC difficult.
Use cases
It would allow third-party runtime environments, including new languages and runtimes. It would enable customers to maximize the performance of their applications by circumventing the FREERTOS overhead.
Alternatives
STM32, RP2040 and many others. Many engineering departments I've worked for are interested in the ESP32s3 for its performance and efficiency, but are reluctant to not having full control of its firmware.
Additional context
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