Hi everyone, I’ve been exploring ways to integrate build dates and firmware versions into my smart home setup. This has been a bit of a puzzle, but I think I’ve figured it out! Here’s how I did it:
First, I wanted to track when my devices were last updated. I found that modifying the build process to include the date and version was the key. I used the VERSION file to set firmware versions and accessed them as defines in the code. This was straightforward, but I also wanted to include the build date and time.
I came across the BINDESC options in the config file, which allow you to set build details. I enabled CONFIG_BINDESC_BUILD_DATE_TIME_STRING and voila! The build date and time were now accessible. I even managed to log these details in my system logs, which is super helpful for debugging.
If you’re looking to do something similar, I recommend checking out the Zephyr documentation. It’s a bit technical, but with some trial and error, it’s totally doable. I’d love to hear if anyone else has tackled this or has tips to share!
Cheers,
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