Date: Sat, 18 Jan 2020 12:43:02 +0530 From: Shivank Garg <shivank@freebsd.org> To: freebsd-arch@freebsd.org Subject: Porting FreeBSD to Z mainframes idea Message-ID: <CAOVCmzHsDxvENdRNwDjjRDMU89dbxaA3Wn=4K6n3Ne%2BeJPmWyA@mail.gmail.com>
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Hi! I wish to pursue this idea of porting FreeBSD to IBM Z mainframes. Currently, there are no BSD derivatives for Z mainframes, and I find the idea of porting FreeBSD to Z mainframe. There is a sponsored internship program called OpenMainFrame Mentorship. So, I thought to propose this project in this program. But I'm a beginner and have very little idea about the whole porting process and challenges faced during it. Someone on IRC suggested to port NetBSD first, as it is easier to port on different hardware platforms. I will be very thankful if you can give suggestions about this, and how much time will it take for a beginner? The mentorship program is for a span of 3-4 months. Also, If it's too difficult, can there be any doable goals in the porting process that I can propose for the program and I would continue the project even after the program is over. I personally feel the project has good potential, and It will be very helpful in my learning growth. PS - I'm a master's student with my research interest completely in OS area. Regards, Shivank Garg IIT Kanpur
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