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  1. Send messages from esp32 micro-controller to your Discord channel, using Discord Webhooks. Send simple messages or formatted messages using Discord Embeds.

    Send Messages from ESP32 to Discord Channel with Webhooks

    in ESP32, Arduino Core
    Send messages from esp32 micro-controller to your Discord channel, using Discord Webhooks. Send simple messages or formatted messages using Discord Embeds.
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  2. There are plenty of different temperature sensors, some also include humidity, pressure, or other sensors, use I2C or SPI. Let's choose the best sensor for ESP32.

    Choosing the right Temperature Sensor for the ESP32 Project

    in ESP32
    There are plenty of different temperature sensors, some also include humidity, pressure, or other sensors, use I2C or SPI. Let's choose the best sensor for ESP32.
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  3. Some ESP32 Development Boards have two or more USB ports, especially the official development boards from Espressif. Why do they add the second port?

    Why two USB-C or Micro-USB on ESP32 Development Boards?

    in ESP32
    Some ESP32 Development Boards have two or more USB ports, especially the official development boards from Espressif. Why do they add the second port?
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  4. Run a secure local MQTT Broker with TLS and certificate authentication in Docker containers. Integrate MQTT devices with the Home Assistant on Raspberry Pi

    Secure MQTT Broker in Raspberry Docker Containers with HASS

    in Raspberry, Home Assistant
    Run a secure local MQTT Broker with TLS and certificate authentication in Docker containers. Integrate MQTT devices with the Home Assistant on Raspberry Pi
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  5. ESP32 Strapping Pins - Navigate Default and Download (Flash) Boot Modes with GPIO0 and Other Boot Configurations with Strapping GPIO Pins Boot Parameters.

    ESP32 Boot Parameters - GPIO0 and Other Strapping Pins

    in ESP32
    ESP32 Strapping Pins - Navigate Default and Download (Flash) Boot Modes with GPIO0 and Other Boot Configurations with Strapping GPIO Pins Boot Parameters.
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  6. Make the IKEA Vidrikning Air Quality Sensor Smarter by adding Xiao ESP32 C3, OLED Screen, BMP280 and integrating with Home Assistant

    IKEA Vindriktning Air Quality Sensor with Home Assistant

    in ESP32, Home Assistant, ESPHome
    Make the IKEA Vidrikning Air Quality Sensor Smarter by adding Xiao ESP32 C3, OLED Screen, BMP280 and integrating with Home Assistant
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  7. The USB port of the ESP32 board stopped working and there's no spare FTDI adapter? The ESP32-CAM saves the day since it comes with the ESP32-CAM-MB Programmer.

    Using the ESP32-CAM-MB programmer to flash any ESP32 board

    in ESP32
    The USB port of the ESP32 board stopped working and there's no spare FTDI adapter? The ESP32-CAM saves the day since it comes with the ESP32-CAM-MB Programmer.
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  8. Controlling 5 Channels RGB + CCT LED Strip with Wemos ESP32 D1 Mini and WLED. 5-in-1 LED Strip RGB. + Cold White + Warm White. Synchronize multiple controllers.

    5 Channel RGB + CCT LED Strip control with ESP32 and WLED

    in ESP32, Home Assistant
    Controlling 5 Channels RGB + CCT LED Strip with Wemos ESP32 D1 Mini and WLED. 5-in-1 LED Strip RGB. + Cold White + Warm White. Synchronize multiple controllers.
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  9. The list of all Lilygo TTGO T-Display Series development boards based on the ESP32. Pros, Cons, Differences, and a Guide to find the Best ESP32 with LCD

    All Lilygo T-Display ESP32 Development Boards Difference

    in ESP32
    The list of all Lilygo TTGO T-Display Series development boards based on the ESP32. Pros, Cons, Differences, and a Guide to find the Best ESP32 with LCD
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  10. The most used USB-to-UART bridge controllers in ESP32 Development Boards are CH340 from WCH and CP2102 from SiLabs. Find out which one you should choose.

    USB-to-UART Bridge Controllers in ESP32 Development Boards

    in ESP32
    The most used USB-to-UART bridge controllers in ESP32 Development Boards are CH340 from WCH and CP2102 from SiLabs. Find out which one you should choose.
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  11. Power Modes - modem sleep, deep sleep, low power peripherals and more. Optimize your ESP32 for Ultra-Low Power with strategies and real-world examples

    Deep Sleep Low Power Optimization on ESP32 Dev Boards

    in ESP32, Arduino Core, ESP-IDF
    Power Modes - modem sleep, deep sleep, low power peripherals and more. Optimize your ESP32 for Ultra-Low Power with strategies and real-world examples
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  12. Choose the best Addressable LED Strip for your project. Find the evolution of different LED Strips Series, such as APA102, WS2811, SK6812, UCS8903 and more!

    APA102, WS2812, SK6812 Addressable LED Strips Evolution

    in ESP32
    Choose the best Addressable LED Strip for your project. Find the evolution of different LED Strips Series, such as APA102, WS2811, SK6812, UCS8903 and more!
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  13. Install and Configure Home Assistant Web UI Dashboard on Raspberry Pi LCD Touch Screen Display running in Chromium with Kiosk mode using Openbox and Xserver

    Raspberry Pi 4 LCD Touch Screen Display with Home Assistant

    in Raspberry, Home Assistant
    Install and Configure Home Assistant Web UI Dashboard on Raspberry Pi LCD Touch Screen Display running in Chromium with Kiosk mode using Openbox and Xserver
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  14. In case you do not have access to your router settings, access your Home Assistant from Internet without Port Forwarding, using Cloudflare Tunnel cloud service

    Home Assistant access from Internet with Cloudflare Tunnel

    in Raspberry, Home Assistant
    In case you do not have access to your router settings, access your Home Assistant from Internet without Port Forwarding, using Cloudflare Tunnel cloud service
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  15. Setting up and running Home Assistant within Docker containers in Raspberry Pi and Integrating ESPhome for seamlessly controlling your ESP32 development boards

    ESPHome Home Assistant in Docker Containers on Raspberry Pi

    in ESP32, Raspberry, Home Assistant, ESPHome
    Setting up and running Home Assistant within Docker containers in Raspberry Pi and Integrating ESPhome for seamlessly controlling your ESP32 development boards
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  16. Measuring the capabilities of ESP32 with the Internal Temperature Sensor. Safety features, debugging and testing the ESP32 capabilities without overheating.

    Measuring ESP32 capabilities with Inbuilt Temperature Sensor

    in ESP32, Arduino Core, ESP-IDF
    Measuring the capabilities of ESP32 with the Internal Temperature Sensor. Safety features, debugging and testing the ESP32 capabilities without overheating.
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  17. Learn the specifics of the new Arduino UNO R4 WiFi, why it has multiple MCUs, what ESP32 chip it is using and how to program each of the MCUs independently

    How to Program Different Microcontrollers on Arduino UNO R4

    in ESP32, Arduino Core
    Learn the specifics of the new Arduino UNO R4 WiFi, why it has multiple MCUs, what ESP32 chip it is using and how to program each of the MCUs independently
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  18. Guide on the ESP32 Development boards with USB C port. Different options with technical specs comparisons. From the original ESP32 chip to the newest ESP32C6

    Most popular ESP32 development boards with USB type C

    in ESP32
    Guide on the ESP32 Development boards with USB C port. Different options with technical specs comparisons. From the original ESP32 chip to the newest ESP32C6
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  19. Step by step guide on building the RGB LED Color Picker controller on ESP32 microcontroller. Interactive and responsive website application with WebSockets

    ESP32 RGB LED Controller with Color Picker over WebSockets

    in ESP32, Arduino Core
    Step by step guide on building the RGB LED Color Picker controller on ESP32 microcontroller. Interactive and responsive website application with WebSockets
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  20. With the new Arduino UNO R4 announcement, changes are coming not only for the Arduino community but also for the ESP32. Find out how it affects ESP32 community

    Arduino UNO R4 announcement. News for the ESP32 community

    in ESP32, Arduino Core
    With the new Arduino UNO R4 announcement, changes are coming not only for the Arduino community but also for the ESP32. Find out how it affects ESP32 community
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  21. Learn about different ESP32 microcontrollers series versions. Differences, similarities and the upgrade path - the esp32 versions comparison

    Exploring the ESP32 versions. Differences and similarities.

    in ESP32
    Learn about different ESP32 microcontrollers series versions. Differences, similarities and the upgrade path - the esp32 versions comparison
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  22. Learn how to use ESP IoT Development Framework with Visual Studio Code, together with ESP-IDF VSCode Extension. Setup, build, flash and monitor your application

    ESP IoT Development Framework (ESP-IDF) in Visual Studio Code

    in ESP32, ESP-IDF
    Learn how to use ESP IoT Development Framework with Visual Studio Code, together with ESP-IDF VSCode Extension. Setup, build, flash and monitor your application
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  23. ESP-IDF (ESP IoT Development Framework) versus ESP Arduino core. Understand the difference and choose the development tools that suits your project best

    ESP-IDF vs Arduino Core: Which Framework to Choose in 2023

    in ESP32, ESP-IDF, Arduino Core
    ESP-IDF (ESP IoT Development Framework) versus ESP Arduino core. Understand the difference and choose the development tools that suits your project best
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  24. Add natural language processing capabilities to your ESP32 project by integrating the ChatGPT using OpenAI API. Step-by-step instructions with code examples

    Use ChatGPT in ESP32 Microcontroller with OpenAI API

    in ESP32, ESP-IDF, Arduino Core
    Add natural language processing capabilities to your ESP32 project by integrating the ChatGPT using OpenAI API. Step-by-step instructions with code examples
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  25. Learn if ESP32 can connect to 5GHz WiFi in this comprehensive guide. Find out the limitations and benefits of using this feature in your IoT project

    Can ESP32 Connect to 5GHz Wi-Fi? Exploring Wi-Fi Connectivity Options with ESP32

    in ESP32, ESP-IDF, Arduino Core
    Learn if ESP32 can connect to 5GHz WiFi in this comprehensive guide. Find out the limitations and benefits of using this feature in your IoT project
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  26. Control your EV1527 and similar wireless devices with ESP32 and 433 MHz receiver and transmitter, utilizing ESP32 RMT (Remote Control Transceiver)

    ESP32 RMT peripheral with 315 MHz or 433 MHz EV1527, HS1572, PT2240 and similar

    in ESP32, ESP-IDF
    Control your EV1527 and similar wireless devices with ESP32 and 433 MHz receiver and transmitter, utilizing ESP32 RMT (Remote Control Transceiver)
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  27. Learn about the vscode Arduino - perfect Arduino IDE alternative. Visual Studio Code is the go-to Arduino IDE replacement for ESP32 development.

    ESP32, Arduino and VSCcode - the perfect match for rapid project development

    in ESP32, Arduino Core, ESP-IDF
    Learn about the vscode Arduino - perfect Arduino IDE alternative. Visual Studio Code is the go-to Arduino IDE replacement for ESP32 development.
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  28. This article provides Hello World code examples to get started with ESP8266 programming. Learn how to start programming the ESP8266 and ESP32 boards.

    Programming ESP8266 Hello World Code Examples for Beginners and Advanced Users

    in ESP32, Arduino Core
    This article provides Hello World code examples to get started with ESP8266 programming. Learn how to start programming the ESP8266 and ESP32 boards.
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  29. Learn about the differences between ARM and Tensilica microcontrollers. Discover the advantages of ESP32 used processor and how it can benefit your designs.

    The Powerful ESP32 Processor for IoT - Is it ARM-based?

    in ESP32
    Learn about the differences between ARM and Tensilica microcontrollers. Discover the advantages of ESP32 used processor and how it can benefit your designs.
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  30. Discover best alternatives to the ESP32 microcontroller. Our guide covers popular options like ESP8266, Raspberry Pi Pico, Arduino Nano, Teensy nRF5x...

    ESP32 Alternatives - Finding the Best Microcontroller for Your Project Needs | A Comprehensive Guide

    in ESP32, Raspberry
    Discover best alternatives to the ESP32 microcontroller. Our guide covers popular options like ESP8266, Raspberry Pi Pico, Arduino Nano, Teensy nRF5x...
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