Revolutionary GUI development for embedded systems with Slint and emtrion

The development of graphical user interfaces (GUIs) for embedded systems is experiencing significant progress thanks to the innovative technologies of Slint and emtrion. Slint, a tool from SixtyFPS GmbH, enables the creation of GUIs in various programming languages such as Rust and C++, which are widely used in the embedded sector.

Rust and Android compatibility

A remarkable feature of Slint is the support of Rust-based application development with Slint interface for Android. This opens up new possibilities for the development of powerful, cross-platform applications in the embedded sector.

emCON module: Plug-and-play for developers

The emCON-MX8M Mini CPU module from emtrion, equipped with a Quad Cortex-A53 and Cortex-M4F as well as Android 11.0, offers a seamless development environment. Developers can simply upload their applications via a connected USB cable, making it much easier to get started. This plug-and-play functionality speeds up the development process and enables products to be brought to market faster.

Productive preview with Slint

An outstanding advantage of Slint in this context is the productive preview when designing the user interface. Instead of having to go through the traditional, time-consuming steps of editing, compiling, deployment to the device and executing, developers can immediately visualize changes to the interface in one step. This significantly reduces development time and increases efficiency.

emCON-MX8M Mini: Performance and long-term availability

The emCON-MX8M Mini CPU module from emtrion meets the increasing requirements in the areas of virtualization, multimedia and high-speed interfaces. With a long-term availability of up to 15 years, this module offers a future-proof solution for numerous applications.

Quick start with Development Kit

emtrion provides suitable Development kits for a smooth start to application development. These kits are designed to make it easier for developers to get started and further accelerate the development process.

Conclusion

The combination of Slint from SixtyFPS GmbH and the emCON-MX8M Mini CPU module from emtrion offers developers a powerful, efficient and future-proof solution for the development of GUIs in the embedded sector. The integration of Rust and support for Android and Linux further extends the platform and offers a wide range of possibilities for innovative applications.