picoFreeRTOS-template

Overview

This template helps you get started quickly with FreeRTOS on RP2040-based boards such as the Raspberry Pi Pico.
It builds atop the official Pico SDK and integrates FreeRTOS as a submodule.

Prerequisites

• CMake (≥ 3.13 recommended)
• GNU Make (or Ninja) or another build tool compatible with your platform
• RP2040 Raspberry Pi Pico SDK
• A Pico-compatible board

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Getting Started

1. Clone the repository (with submodules)

git clone --recurse-submodules <https://github.com/VishnuMukund24/picoFreeRTOS-template.git>
cd picoFreeRTOS‑template

2. Build the project

mkdir build && cd build
cmake ..
make

3. Deploy to your Pico

• Plug in your Pico while holding the BOOTSEL button (it appears as USB mass storage).
• Copy the .uf2 file to the drive.
• The board resets and begins running immediately.

Contributing

Contributions and feedback are welcome! Please open an issue or submit a pull request for fixes, enhancements, or documentation improvements.