# Yocto Project Kernel Architecture and Use Manual

## Introduction

The Yocto Project presents the kernel as a fully patched, history-clean git repository. The git tree represents the selected features, board support, and configurations extensively tested by Yocto Project. The Yocto Project kernel allows the end user to leverage community best practices to seamlessly manage the development, build and debug cycles.

This manual describes the Yocto Project kernel by providing information on its history, organization, benefits, and use. The manual consists of two sections:

- Concepts - Describes concepts behind the kernel. You will understand how the kernel is organized and why it is organized in the way it is. You will understand the benefits of the kernel's organization and the mechanisms used to work with the kernel and how to apply it in your design process.

- Using the Kernel - Describes best practices and "how-to" information that lets you put the kernel to practical use. Some examples are "How to Build a Project Specific Tree", "How to Examine Changes in a Branch", and "Saving Kernel Modifications."

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