Upstream Kernel

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Difficulty
5/5
Estimated time
Over a week
Newbie friendliness
20/100
Issue type
Feature
Clarity
Needs clarification
Activity status
Stale
Tech stack
c, linux

Research direction

Start by reviewing the Raspberry Pi kernel repository and the issue's question about upstream Linux support for Raspberry Pi drivers, especially VC4 acceleration. The issue provides no file, test, or implementation entry point; completion would require a defined upstream cooperation plan or concrete driver-support scope.

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Description

Hello there,
I have a question about the mainstream Linux kernel, is there any plan or cooperation work with Linux developers to add the supportive drivers to it, mainly vc4 acceleration, so people can use their own loved distros.
Thank you.

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