ESP32
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Why combining a Raspberry Pi and ESP32 gives you the best of both worlds
The Raspberry Pi is great for DIY projects, but it has a few limitations that become obvious once you start…
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How to start your coding journey with an ESP32 (without relying on vibe coding)
Learning to code can feel intimidating when you are starting from scratch, especially if you have never worked with electronics.…
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3 Home Assistant projects to make dumb devices smart this weekend (Nov 6-8)
You may have a lot of devices in your home that don’t have any smart features. That doesn’t mean that…
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You don’t need another 3D printer—buy these 5 maker tools instead
New 3D printer models keep coming thick and fast. This can lead to a feeling of FOMO that makes you…
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Home Assistant speaks infrared now, and this $10 ESP32 is all it needs
I got tired of my Apple TV not turning my TV on through CEC, and I really didn’t want to…
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I built a weekend Bluetooth tracker from an ESP32, and nRF Connect does the rest
I was looking for a fun home lab project to try over the weekend and realized it’s been a while…
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5 hidden ESP32 project costs I forgot when I bought the cheap board
An ESP32 development board can cost just a few dollars, making it a popular choice for DIY projects such as…
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Off-grid messaging: How to get started with LoRa and Meshtastic
You don’t need the internet or cellular reception in order to send and receive messages. With LoRa and a protocol…
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5 ways flashing existing smart home devices makes ESP32 projects easier
I put off trying ESP32 projects for a long time because I assumed they would be complicated and time-consuming, and…
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3 ESP32 wireless audio projects to get stuck into this weekend (Oct 30 – Nov 1)
I’m constantly amazed by the projects I see shared online that make increasingly impressive use of cheap $5 microcontrollers like…