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STM32
What is an STM32?
An STM32 is a family of 32-bit ARM Cortex-M microcontrollers manufactured by STMicroelectronics. These microcontrollers are widely used in embedded systems and IoT applications due to their low power consumption, extensive peripheral integration, and powerful processing capabilities. STM32 chips come in various series with different performance levels and feature sets, making them suitable for applications ranging from simple sensor nodes to complex industrial control systems. They are popular among makers and engineers for their robust development ecosystem, including free development tools and comprehensive libraries.