Dive into the world of ESP32 with our dedicated category, featuring tutorials, projects, and tips for leveraging this powerful microcontroller. Explore Wi-Fi and Bluetooth capabilities, IoT applications, and efficient programming techniques to build innovative embedded solutions with the ESP32.
FreeRTOS event groups provide an efficient way to synchronize tasks based on multiple conditions using binary flags. In this post, we explore how to use event groups on the ESP-WROVER-KIT with ESP-IDF. Through a practical example involving sensor and network initialization, we demonstrate how event bits can signal system readiness to a processing task. This approach enables clean, scalable task coordination in real-time embedded applications using the ESP32.
Read MoreFreeRTOS mutexes are essential for managing shared resources in embedded systems, ensuring that only one task accesses a resource at a time. In this post, we explore how mutexes work in FreeRTOS and demonstrate their use on the ESP-WROVER-KIT by protecting UART output shared between two tasks. This practical example shows how to prevent race conditions and output conflicts, while highlighting the importance of mutual exclusion in real-time applications on the ESP32 platform.
Read MoreFreeRTOS semaphores are powerful synchronization tools that help manage task coordination and shared resource access in real-time embedded systems. In this post, we explore how binary semaphores work in FreeRTOS and demonstrate their use with the ESP-WROVER-KIT by creating a simple application that synchronizes sensor data collection and UART transmission. Whether you're dealing with task-to-task signaling or interrupt-driven events, semaphores are essential for building stable and responsive applications on the ESP32 platform.
Read MoreFreeRTOS is a real-time operating system that enables efficient multitasking on embedded systems. For developers using the ESP-WROVER-KIT, mastering FreeRTOS can open the door to building scalable and responsive applications. This post presents a structured learning path with a focus on key FreeRTOS concepts using the ESP-WROVER-KIT and ESP-IDF.
Read MoreFreeRTOS is a lightweight real-time operating system widely used in embedded systems. One of its core features is Queues, which enable inter-task communication and synchronization. In this post, we’ll explore FreeRTOS Queues from the ground up and demonstrate how to use them effectively on the ESP-WROVER-KIT, a powerful ESP32-based development board.
Read MoreIn this blog post, we explore the fundamental concept of tasks in FreeRTOS and how to implement them using the ESP-WROVER-KIT. With practical examples and in-depth explanations, you'll learn how to structure multitasking embedded applications, manage task priorities, and ensure real-time performance with FreeRTOS.
Read MoreLearn how to harness the full power of ESP-IDF's built-in logging module to debug, monitor, and trace issues in your ESP32 projects. This guide walks you through everything from setup to real-world examples of using ESP_LOGI, ESP_LOGD, and more.
Read MoreLearn how to create a Wi-Fi network scanner using the ESP32 microcontroller and ESP-IDF framework. This step-by-step guide walks you through coding a program to scan nearby Wi-Fi networks, logging details like SSIDs, signal strength, and encryption types to the Serial Monitor. Perfect for IoT enthusiasts and embedded developers!
Read MoreDeveloping for the ESP32 microcontroller using the ESP-IDF framework is powerful but can be complex due to setup challenges. Docker and Docker Compose simplify this by providing consistent, reproducible environments with USB passthrough for flashing and monitoring. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll walk through setting up an ESP32 development environment using ESP-IDF with both Docker and Docker Compose, covering every step in detail to ensure a seamless IoT development experience.
Read MoreDiscover the power of the ESP32 Wrover Kit with these 10 creative IoT projects that require no additional hardware. From Wi-Fi scanners to Bluetooth emulators, learn how to harness the kit’s built-in Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and processing capabilities for fun and practical applications, perfect for beginners and hobbyists alike.
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