Improvement: Create Bazel rules for generating Image File System using QNX 8 tools (mkifs)

[nradakovic]

Description:

We need to create custom Bazel rules to generate an Image File System (IFS) using QNX 8 tools, specifically mkifs. The goal is to integrate the IFS generation process into our Bazel-based build system to ensure reproducibility and ease of use for developers.

Requirements:

• Implement a Bazel rule that invokes mkifs to generate the IFS.
• Allow configuration of input files (startup scripts, binaries, configuration files, etc.).
• Support specifying the .build file for mkifs.
• Ensure dependencies (e.g., required libraries and binaries) are correctly handled within Bazel.
• Provide a way to validate the generated IFS image.

Expected Outcome:

• A working Bazel rule that produces an IFS file as an output artifact.
• Integration with existing Bazel workflows.
• Documentation on how to use the rule.

Additional Context:

• The rule should be designed to work within a Bazel project that already includes other QNX-related build steps.
• Potential challenges include handling dependencies and ensuring correct execution environment for mkifs.
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Would love to hear thoughts, feedback, or suggestions! 🚀

[nradakovic]

Still not working on it.