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Buildroot is a set of Makefiles and patches that simplifies and automates the process of building a complete Linux system for embedded devices. It uses Kconfig menus (like Linux kernel configuration) to let developers select desired packages, libraries, and kernel options, then cross-compiles them into a minimal, custom Linux distribution. Job relevance: Embedded systems engineers, IoT developers, and firmware teams need Buildroot for rapid prototyping and production deployment on constrained hardware. Expertise commands high salaries in automotive, industrial automation, networking, and consumer electronics.