Hi Frank, Frank.Li@xxxxxxx wrote on Thu, 30 Nov 2023 17:44:08 -0500: > In typical embedded Linux systems, UART consoles require at least two pins, > TX and RX. In scenarios where I2C/I3C devices like sensors or PMICs are > present, we can save these two pins by using this driver. Pins is crucial > resources, especially in small chip packages. > > This introduces support for using the I3C bus to transfer console tty data, > effectively replacing the need for dedicated UART pins. This not only > conserves valuable pin resources but also facilitates testing of I3C's > advanced features, including early termination, in-band interrupt (IBI) > support, and the creation of more complex data patterns. Additionally, > it aids in identifying and addressing issues within the I3C controller > driver. > > Signed-off-by: Frank Li <Frank.Li@xxxxxxx> > --- > > Notes: > Change from v4 to v5 > - send in i3c improvememtn patches. This is not what I said, I believe this patch and the previous patch should be sent separately. Thanks, Miquèl
