The i.MX RT1050 based development platform is designed to showcase the most commonly used features of the processor in a small, low-cost package and to facilitate software development with the ultimate goal of a faster time-to-market. MCU customers can leverage the current toolchain including MCUXpresso software and tools, IAR Systems, and Arm Keil MDK, saving time and tool reuse. Rapid development and easy prototyping is possible with open source real-time operating systems including FreeRTOS, Arm® Mbed™ OS, Zephyr™ OS, and the global Arm ecosystem that provides software libraries, online tools and support. Using the low-cost evaluation kit (EVK) compatible with Arduino™ hardware shields enables faster development. NXP’s ready-to-play USB Type-C shield board works with i.MX RT through the Arduino™ header to further ease the development. In addition, there is a display option for the evaluation board that is available separately.