particle-os/deb-bootupd
1
0
Fork 0
Code Issues Pull requests Projects Releases Packages Wiki Activity Actions
deb-bootupd/TODO.md
robojerk 15e606166c
Some checks failed
Build deb-bootupd Artifacts / build (push) Failing after 8m34s
Details
Add comprehensive TODO.md for deb-bootupd development roadmap 
- Document current early alpha status
- Identify critical blocking issues
- Create development phases and timeline
- Add immediate action items and priorities
- Include resources and references for Debian adaptation
2025-08-27 20:47:37 -07:00

11 KiB
Raw Blame History

TODO - deb-bootupd: Debian Bootupd Implementation

🎯 Current Status: EARLY ALPHA - UNTESTED & UNPROVED

Date: December 19, 2024
Phase: Phase 1 - Initial Implementation
Status: 🚧 EARLY ALPHA - BASIC STRUCTURE COMPLETE, FUNCTIONALITY UNTESTED

Summary: This is a Debian adaptation of the Fedora bootupd project, designed to provide modern bootloader management for Debian atomic systems. The project is in early alpha stage with basic structure implemented but no functional testing completed.

Project Scope: Create a Debian-compatible version of bootupd to replace GRUB for atomic Debian systems, solving the TTY issues that prevent bootable image creation in container environments.

🚧 CURRENT IMPLEMENTATION STATUS

Core Structure ✅ IMPLEMENTED

  • Rust project structure ✅ COMPLETE
    • ✅ Cargo.toml with proper dependencies
    • ✅ Source code organization in src/ directory
    • ✅ Build system with cargo
    • ✅ Project compiles successfully
  • Basic CLI framework ✅ COMPLETE
    • ✅ Multicall binary pattern (bootupd/bootupctl)
    • ✅ Command-line argument parsing with clap
    • ✅ Logging system with env_logger
    • ✅ Basic command structure implemented
  • Core modules ✅ COMPLETE
    • ✅ Backend system architecture
    • ✅ Component management framework
    • ✅ EFI and BIOS support modules
    • ✅ GRUB configuration handling
    • ✅ OSTree integration utilities

Functionality Status ❌ UNTESTED

  • Bootloader management ❌ NOT TESTED
    • EFI bootloader updates: Code exists, functionality untested
    • BIOS bootloader updates: Code exists, functionality untested
    • GRUB configuration: Code exists, functionality untested
    • OSTree integration: Code exists, functionality untested
  • Component validation ❌ NOT TESTED
    • Boot component detection: Code exists, functionality untested
    • Update availability checking: Code exists, functionality untested
    • Component status reporting: Code exists, functionality untested
  • System integration ❌ NOT TESTED
    • systemd service integration: Code exists, functionality untested
    • Package system integration: Code exists, functionality untested
    • Filesystem operations: Code exists, functionality untested

🚨 CRITICAL ISSUES - IMMEDIATE ATTENTION REQUIRED

Issue 1: No Functional Testing 🚨 BLOCKING

  • Problem: Project compiles but has never been tested in real environment
  • Impact: CRITICAL - Cannot verify if bootupd actually works for Debian
  • Root Cause: Early development focus on structure over functionality
  • Next Steps: Set up testing environment in Debian VM
  • Timeline: Immediate - blocking integration with deb-bootc-image-builder

Issue 2: Debian-Specific Adaptations 🚨 BLOCKING

  • Problem: Code is direct copy of Fedora bootupd, not adapted for Debian
  • Impact: CRITICAL - May not work with Debian package systems
  • Root Cause: No Debian-specific modifications made yet
  • Next Steps: Identify and implement Debian-specific changes
  • Timeline: Immediate - required for Debian compatibility

Issue 3: Package Integration 🚨 BLOCKING

  • Problem: No Debian package (.deb) created for installation
  • Impact: CRITICAL - Cannot be installed in Debian systems
  • Root Cause: Packaging system not implemented
  • Next Steps: Create Debian packaging with dh-cargo
  • Timeline: Immediate - required for system integration

🔄 DEVELOPMENT PHASES

Phase 1: Initial Implementation ✅ COMPLETED

  • Fork Fedora bootupd ✅ COMPLETE
    • ✅ Copied source code from upstream
    • ✅ Maintained project structure
    • ✅ Preserved all functionality
  • Basic compilation ✅ COMPLETE
    • ✅ Rust dependencies resolved
    • ✅ Project builds successfully
    • ✅ No compilation errors
  • Project documentation ✅ COMPLETE
    • ✅ README and documentation files
    • ✅ Build and packaging instructions
    • ✅ Development guidelines

Phase 2: Debian Adaptation 🔄 IN PROGRESS

  • Identify Debian-specific requirements
    • Package management: apt vs dnf differences
    • System paths: Debian vs Fedora directory structures
    • Service management: systemd differences
    • Security policies: Debian security model
  • Implement Debian adaptations
    • Package system integration: Adapt for apt/dpkg
    • Path handling: Update for Debian filesystem layout
    • Service integration: Adapt for Debian systemd
    • Security integration: Implement Debian security policies
  • Create Debian packaging
    • debian/control: Package metadata and dependencies
    • debian/rules: Build rules with dh-cargo
    • debian/changelog: Version history and changes
    • debian/install: File installation rules

Phase 3: Testing and Validation 📋 PLANNED

  • Set up testing environment
    • Debian VM: Create isolated testing environment
    • Container testing: Test in Debian containers
    • Integration testing: Test with deb-bootc-image-builder
    • Boot testing: Validate bootloader functionality
  • Implement test suite
    • Unit tests: Individual component testing
    • Integration tests: End-to-end functionality testing
    • Boot tests: Actual boot process validation
    • Performance tests: Resource usage and performance
  • Validate Debian compatibility
    • Package installation: Verify .deb package works
    • Service integration: Verify systemd services work
    • Bootloader updates: Verify EFI/BIOS updates work
    • OSTree integration: Verify OSTree deployment support

Phase 4: Integration and Deployment 📋 PLANNED

  • Integrate with deb-bootc-image-builder
    • Package installation: Install deb-bootupd during image build
    • Configuration: Configure bootupd for OSTree deployments
    • Bootloader management: Use bootupd instead of GRUB
    • Fallback support: Maintain GRUB as backup option
  • Create deployment packages
    • Repository setup: Debian package repository
    • Installation scripts: Automated installation
    • Configuration templates: Default configurations
    • Documentation: User and administrator guides
  • Community integration
    • Upstream contribution: Contribute back to Fedora bootupd
    • Debian packaging: Submit to Debian repositories
    • Documentation: Comprehensive user documentation
    • Support: User support and issue tracking

📊 PROJECT METRICS

Current Status

  • Overall Progress: 25% Complete
  • Critical Issues: 3 (all blocking)
  • Completed Phases: 1 out of 4
  • Next Milestone: Debian adaptation and testing

Success Metrics

  • Project structure: Complete
  • Compilation: Working
  • Basic framework: Implemented
  • Debian adaptation: Not started
  • Functional testing: Not started
  • Package creation: Not started
  • Integration testing: Not started

Risk Assessment

  • High Risk: No functional testing completed
  • High Risk: Direct copy of Fedora code without Debian adaptation
  • Medium Risk: Dependency on external Rust ecosystem
  • Low Risk: Basic project structure and compilation

🎯 IMMEDIATE ACTION ITEMS

Priority 1: Critical Issues (This Week)

  1. Set up Debian testing environment (VM recommended)
  2. Identify Debian-specific requirements
  3. Begin Debian adaptations
  4. Create basic Debian packaging

Priority 2: Testing and Validation (Next Week)

  1. Test basic functionality in Debian environment
  2. Validate Debian adaptations
  3. Test package installation
  4. Begin integration testing

Priority 3: Integration and Deployment (Following Week)

  1. Integrate with deb-bootc-image-builder
  2. Test end-to-end bootable image creation
  3. Validate bootloader functionality
  4. Document integration process

🔗 RELATED PROJECTS

Dependencies

  • deb-bootc-image-builder: Primary integration target
  • apt-ostree: OSTree package management
  • debian-atomic-configs: System configuration

Integration Points

  • particle-os: Target atomic system
  • bootc: Container boot specification
  • OSTree: Atomic update system

Upstream Projects

  • Fedora bootupd: Source of original implementation
  • CoreOS bootupd: Upstream project repository

📝 NOTES AND OBSERVATIONS

Key Insights

  • Project compiles successfully - Rust ecosystem is working
  • Structure is complete - All core modules are present
  • No Debian adaptations - Direct copy of Fedora code
  • Testing environment needed - Cannot verify functionality

Lessons Learned

  • Forking is easy - Copying code structure is straightforward
  • Adaptation is hard - Debian-specific changes require careful analysis
  • Testing is critical - Compilation success doesn't guarantee functionality
  • Integration is complex - Multiple components need to work together

Future Considerations

  • VM-based development recommended for bootloader testing
  • Gradual adaptation approach - make small changes and test frequently
  • Upstream contribution - changes should benefit both Debian and Fedora
  • Community involvement - Debian packaging requires community review

🚀 DEVELOPMENT RECOMMENDATIONS

Immediate Actions

  1. Set up Debian VM for isolated testing
  2. Install Rust toolchain in Debian environment
  3. Test basic functionality of current implementation
  4. Identify first Debian adaptation to implement

Short-term Goals

  1. Complete Debian adaptations for core functionality
  2. Create Debian package (.deb) for installation
  3. Test in Debian environment to validate functionality
  4. Begin integration testing with deb-bootc-image-builder

Long-term Vision

  1. Full Debian compatibility with native package management
  2. Integration with Debian atomic ecosystem (particle-os)
  3. Upstream contribution to benefit both Debian and Fedora
  4. Community adoption in Debian atomic systems

📚 RESOURCES AND REFERENCES

Documentation

Related Projects

Development Tools

  • Rust toolchain: Required for compilation and testing
  • Debian VM: Recommended for isolated testing environment
  • dh-cargo: Required for Debian packaging
  • systemd: Required for service integration