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PC-Developer-Tools-Arduino Role
Overview
This README file is for the pc-developer-tools-arduino
role, a specialized component of the cymais
repository. This role is specifically crafted for setting up Arduino development tools on personal computers.
Role Details
The main.yml
file in the pc-developer-tools-arduino
role encompasses tasks crucial for Arduino developers:
-
Install Arduino Developer Tools:
- This task employs the
community.general.pacman
module to install:arduino
: The Arduino IDE, which is an open-source electronics platform based on easy-to-use hardware and software.arduino-docs
: Documentation for Arduino, providing essential information for development.
- This task employs the
-
Adding User to Relevant Arduino Usergroups:
- This task modifies the user (specified by
{{client_username}}
) to be added to theuucp
andlock
groups, which is necessary for accessing serial ports on Linux systems.
- This task modifies the user (specified by
Dependencies
The role depends on:
- pc-developer-tools: Ensures that base developer tools, including code editors and related software, are installed and configured.
Purpose and Usage
The pc-developer-tools-arduino
role is tailored for developers and hobbyists who work with Arduino boards and need a reliable and efficient setup for their development environment. This role simplifies the process of installing and configuring the Arduino IDE and associated documentation, along with setting up necessary user permissions.
Prerequisites
- Ansible: Required for executing this role.
- Arch Linux-based System: The role uses
pacman
, indicating it is designed for Arch Linux-based distributions.
Running the Role
To utilize this role:
- Clone the
cymais
repository. - Navigate to the
roles/pc-developer-tools-arduino
directory. - Execute the role using Ansible, ensuring you replace
{{client_username}}
with the actual username and have the necessary system permissions.
Customization
This role can be customized to include additional Arduino-related packages or tools, depending on the user's requirements.
Support and Contributions
For support, suggestions, or contributions (like adding more Arduino-related tools or improving the setup), please raise an issue or submit a pull request in the cymais
repository. Contributions that enhance the Arduino development environment setup are highly encouraged.