Electronic DIY, short for 'Do It Yourself' in the electronics field, refers to the self-guided design and creation of electronic projects. Enthusiasts in electronic DIY are typically individuals interested in electronic technology and circuit design. They deepen their understanding of electronic principles, circuit design, and hardware creation through self-learning, experimentation, and project development. The scope of electronic DIY is vast, spanning from basic electronic component usage and circuit connections to complex embedded system design.
ESP32 is a powerful development board introduced by Espressif Systems, featuring integrated Wi-Fi and Bluetooth functionalities, making it an ideal choice for IoT projects. It supports the Arduino IDE, making it easy for developers familiar with Arduino to get started. Additionally, it boasts a rich set of GPIO (General Purpose Input/Output) pins, facilitating the connection of various peripherals and sensors.
STM32 is a series of microcontrollers launched by STMicroelectronics, based on the ARM architecture, offering various models and configurations suitable for mid-to-high-end embedded system development. The STM32 series supports programming using tools like STM32CubeIDE, exhibiting robust performance and a wealth of peripherals.
Arduino is an open-source electronic prototyping platform known for its simple design and user-friendly interface. It is well-suited for beginners in electronic DIY, providing a plethora of open-source libraries and community support. The design philosophy behind Arduino development boards is to enable non-professionals to understand and use electronic technology, making it perfect for entry-level projects and rapid prototype designs.
Raspberry Pi is a Linux-based single-board computer available in multiple models. It supports various operating systems, including Raspberry Pi OS and Ubuntu, making it versatile for applications ranging from media centers to personal servers and programming learning.
Banana Pi is a series of single-board computers similar to Raspberry Pi but offering more hardware interfaces and expansion capabilities. It is suitable for projects requiring additional I/O and computing power, supporting multiple operating systems.
BeagleBone is an ARM-based development board with higher computing power and expandability. It is suitable for complex embedded systems, featuring a rich set of hardware interfaces and support for multiple operating systems.