PixelIt

PixelIt is an open-source firmware and hardware project designed to drive LED matrix displays using the ESP32 microcontroller. It's tailored for DIY enthusiasts and makers who want to create pixel art displays, show scrolling text, and integrate data from various APIs like weather or news. The project emphasizes customization and ease of use, allowing users to control displays via a web interface or REST API.

Features

Supports 32x8 and 64x16 LED matrix displays
Integrated web interface for configuration and control
REST API and MQTT support for external communication
Animation, pixel art, and custom text rendering
OpenWeatherMap and calendar integration
OTA firmware updates via web UI

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License

MIT License

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Additional Project Details

Operating Systems

Linux, Mac, Windows

Programming Language

C++

Related Categories

C++ Pixel Art Software

Registered

2025-05-28

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