Tilck: A Minimalist, Educational Kernel with Linux Compatibility

2025-07-16
Tilck: A Minimalist, Educational Kernel with Linux Compatibility

Tilck is an educational monolithic kernel designed for binary-level Linux compatibility, currently running on i686 and RISCV64. Its small, simple design makes it ideal for learning kernel programming, allowing comparison of user-mode code execution between Linux and Tilck. Tilck doesn't require custom applications; it runs mainstream Linux programs like the BusyBox suite. Future applications may include embedded systems demanding determinism and ultra-low latency, bridging the gap between Embedded Linux and real-time OSes like FreeRTOS or Zephyr.

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