Learn VXWORKS-SCRIPTS with Real Code Examples
Updated Nov 27, 2025
Installation Setup
Install VxWorks RTOS and Wind River Workbench
Enable scripting support and shell access
Configure paths for script storage and execution
Verify connectivity to target embedded hardware
Test simple initialization script for functionality
Environment Setup
Install VxWorks RTOS and Workbench
Enable shell or scripting interface
Configure paths for scripts and logs
Connect target hardware
Test scripts in simulation or on target
Config Files
Script files (.c, .tcl, .py)
Hardware configuration files
Network and peripheral setup scripts
Test harness and batch execution scripts
Logging and debug configurations
Cli Commands
vxworks.exe /runscript - execute script on target
vxworks.exe /loadtask - load and start task
vxworks.exe /loaddriver - initialize device driver
vxworks.exe /batch - execute multiple scripts
vxworks.exe /log - capture script execution logs
Internationalization
Script logic is language-independent
Numeric and unit handling follows RTOS conventions
Logs and reports can be localized
Scripts can adapt to multiple hardware configurations
Consistent API across supported VxWorks versions
Accessibility
Execute scripts locally or remotely on target boards
Cross-platform execution depending on RTOS build
Share scripts across engineering teams
Documentation and examples available from Wind River
Remote automation possible with Workbench or CI/CD integration
Ui Styling
Scripts primarily affect RTOS behavior, not UI
Can control command-line output and logging
No GUI manipulation unless through Workbench
Generate automated reports or test outputs
Update target system state programmatically
State Management
Task and semaphore states
Peripheral and hardware status
Parameter values for scripts
External data references
Script execution logs
Data Management
Store configuration and parameter files
Log task and script results
Track system initialization success/failure
Integrate with CI/CD or PLM for embedded projects
Maintain version control for scripts