B-Gyro Kernel From Scratch - Release Notes

Version: 0.1.7

This is the first public version of B-Gyro, a kernel built from scratch as part of the 42 Network curriculum. The project goes beyond the basics, adding custom features and expanding system functionality.

What’s Done

Core System

• Bootable kernel with a Multiboot-compliant assembly base.
• Linker script and a basic kernel library with essential functions and types.
• Implemented GDT and IDT.
• Peripheral Support:
  • PCI detection
  • PIT (Programmable Interval Timer)
  • RTC (Real-Time Clock) with 24h & 12h mode
  • Keyboard drivers for QWERTY and AZERTY layouts

Shell

• Minimal shell with basic commands:
  • clear, reboot, shutdown, logout, peek, poke, lspci, screentime, datetime, timer, history
  • Scrolling & Cursor Handling
  • Command history navigation
  • Multi-TTY support (3 screens)

Graphics

• VGA Text Mode:
  • 16-color mode at 80x25 and 80x50 resolutions
• VGA Video Mode:
  • 320x200x256
  • 640x480x16
• Fonts: 8x8, 8x16, 9x14, 9x16
• Drawing Functions:
  • Basic shapes: Rectangle, Square, Triangle, Circle, Rhombus
  • Pixel array rendering for images

Work in Progress

• help command for the shell
• Memory management (paging, allocation, etc.)

This version provides a foundation for future development. More features will be added over time.