We also recommend the following:
If you want permission to use the Yocto Project Compatibility logo with your layer or application that uses your layer, perform the steps to apply for compatibility. See the "Making Sure Your Layer is Compatible With Yocto Project" section for more information.
Store custom layers in a Git repository
that uses the
meta-
format.
layer_name
Clone the repository alongside other
meta
directories in the
Source Directory.
Following these recommendations keeps your Source Directory and its configuration entirely inside the Yocto Project's core base.