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ESP8266

What is an ESP8266?

The ESP8266 is a low-cost Wi-Fi microcontroller chip developed by Espressif Systems. It combines a 32-bit microprocessor with built-in Wi-Fi capability, making it ideal for Internet of Things (IoT) projects and wireless applications. The chip can operate standalone or as a Wi-Fi adapter for other microcontrollers, and is commonly found on development boards like the NodeMCU and Wemos D1 Mini for rapid prototyping of connected devices.

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ESP32

An ESP32 is a low-cost, low-power microcontroller with integrated Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity, developed by Espressif Systems. It features a dual-core processor, multiple GPIO pins, and various communication interfaces like SPI, I2C, and UART. The ESP32 is widely used in IoT projects, home automation, and wireless sensor applications due to its built-in networking capabilities and Arduino IDE compatibility. It's popular among makers and engineers for prototyping connected devices that need internet connectivity.