FreeRTOS Projects

GhostESP is a multi-protocol security testing toolkit for ESP32 microcontrollers, built on the ESP-IDF framework and FreeRTOS. It provides extensive capabilities for Wi-Fi, BLE, Sub-GHz, NFC, and Infrared auditing across a wide range of hardware, including M5Stack devices and custom development boards.

A keyboard-focused pentesting firmware for the M5Stack Cardputer-Adv (ESP32-S3) offering over 90 features across WiFi, BLE, sub-GHz, and LoRa. It utilizes FreeRTOS and the NimBLE stack to coordinate complex wireless attacks, including 5 GHz deauthentication and Zigbee sniffing via a companion ESP32-C5 node.

An internet radio project for the WT32-SC01-PLUS (ESP32-S3) module featuring a sophisticated LVGL-based touchscreen interface. It utilizes ESP32-audioI2S for streaming and LittleFS for configuration storage.

A high-performance serial communication hub for ESP32 and ESP32-S3 microcontrollers that bridges UART data to USB, WiFi, and Bluetooth. It features protocol-aware optimizations for MAVLink, SBUS, and CRSF, and includes a comprehensive web-based configuration interface.

Flock-Detector 3.0 is a specialized surveillance detection system designed for the Seeed Studio XIAO ESP32-S3 to identify and log WiFi and BLE signatures from ALPR cameras and gunshot detectors. The firmware utilizes FreeRTOS for dual-core task management, pairing WiFi promiscuous mode and NimBLE-based BLE scanning with real-time GPS tagging. It features a weighted confidence scoring engine, persistent session storage via LittleFS, and an OLED-based interface for field use.

An ESP32-S3 firmware for the GeekMagic-S3 hardware that displays time, date, and weather data. It leverages FreeRTOS and LVGL to provide a responsive 240x240 UI, features a web configuration interface, and supports remote image and text notifications via HTTP endpoints.

SVITRIX is an open-source, AI-developed firmware for the Ulanzi Smart Pixel Clock TC001 and custom ESP32-based LED matrices. It features a robust MQTT and HTTP API for integration with home automation systems like HomeAssistant, supporting dynamic custom apps, visual effects, and real-time environmental sensor data.

A high-performance, multi-backend secp256k1 elliptic curve cryptography engine optimized for CPU, GPU, and embedded systems. It supports a comprehensive cryptographic stack including ECDSA, Schnorr, and ZK proofs, targeting platforms like ESP32, STM32, and RISC-V.

Zhilly is an AI-powered portable cybersecurity tool for ESP32-S3 devices, enabling voice-controlled pentesting, RF/IR signal manipulation, and HID emulation. Built on the ESP-IDF framework, it utilizes FreeRTOS, LVGL, and NimBLE to provide a sophisticated, hands-free interaction model for security researchers.

RuView is an open-source WiFi sensing platform that leverages Channel State Information (CSI) from ESP32-S3 sensors to perform human pose estimation, vital sign monitoring, and environment mapping. It utilizes a high-performance Rust-based processing pipeline and FreeRTOS-powered firmware to enable camera-free, privacy-preserving spatial intelligence at the edge.

AgentDeck is a multi-surface physical control interface for AI coding agents, enabling real-time steering of agents like Claude Code and Codex via hardware. It supports 13 different display surfaces simultaneously, utilizing a Node.js or Swift-based bridge to coordinate between terminal-based agents and devices like the Stream Deck+, Android tablets, and ESP32 displays. The system includes a sophisticated performance evaluation framework (APME) that uses local SQLite storage to track and optimize agent efficiency.

An enhanced USB/IP protocol implementation for the ESP32S3 that enables sharing physical USB devices over a network. Built on the ESP-IDF framework and lwIP stack, it optimizes transmission stability for peripherals like ST-Link debuggers, keyboards, and serial tools.

Clawy is an interactive JRPG-style desktop companion for Claude Code sessions that runs on an M5StickC Plus 2. It utilizes Claude Code hooks to provide real-time visual feedback, session statistics, and physical hardware controls for approving AI tool executions via a local WiFi connection.

SecureGen is an open-source hardware security device based on the ESP32 T-Display that serves as a TOTP/HOTP authenticator and a BLE-enabled password manager. It utilizes FreeRTOS for system management and hardware-accelerated AES-256 encryption to provide a secure, offline alternative to software-based authentication tools. The system features a built-in web management interface for configuration and credential management without requiring cloud connectivity.

UniGeek is a comprehensive multi-tool firmware for ESP32-based handheld devices, offering a suite of tools for WiFi security, Bluetooth analysis, and hardware module interfacing. Built on the Arduino framework and FreeRTOS, it supports a wide variety of hardware including M5Stack, LilyGO, and custom DIY builds.

A comprehensive guide and firmware collection for the MKS XDRIVE Mini, a high-performance FOC motor driver based on the ODrive architecture. It includes configuration scripts, Arduino-based CAN bus examples for ESP32, and critical procedures for firmware recovery and multi-driver synchronization.

A standalone digital photo frame firmware built with ESPHome for the ESP32-P4, designed to stream photos directly from an Immich server. It features smart portrait pairing, automatic tone adjustment, and local network privacy without requiring external hubs or cloud services.

ESP-PPB is an open-source, wireless, battery-powered platform for distributed, phase-coherent Wi-Fi Channel State Information (CSI) capture. Built on the ESP32-C3 and the ESP-IDF framework using FreeRTOS and LwIP, it achieves sub-PPB clock alignment by disciplining a VCTCXO using Wi-Fi Fine Timing Measurement (FTM). This enables advanced wireless sensing applications like angle-of-arrival estimation and indoor localization without the need for wired synchronization.

xf is a modern C++ library designed to extend FreeRTOS with more ergonomic, convenient, and safer APIs. It utilizes standard C++ features such as std::chrono and std::optional to reduce boilerplate and improve type safety without departing from FreeRTOS's original design patterns. The library is currently optimized for ESP-IDF and ESP32 microcontrollers but maintains portability for other platforms.

ESP32 Bus Expander is a companion firmware for the ESP32 Bus Pirate that adds 5 GHz Wi-Fi and 802.15.4 radio support. Running on an ESP32-C5, it acts as a radio coprocessor connected via UART to provide advanced wireless capabilities not available on standard ESP32-S3 boards. The project leverages the Arduino framework and is designed to be easily flashable via a web-based interface.

ESPAI is a lightweight C++17 library for ESP32 microcontrollers that provides a unified interface for interacting with major AI providers including OpenAI, Anthropic, Google Gemini, and local Ollama instances. It features non-blocking asynchronous requests via FreeRTOS, real-time streaming responses, and built-in conversation history management with automatic pruning. The library is optimized for constrained environments, offering secure TLS verification and a modular architecture for building intelligent IoT devices.

A high-performance NES emulator for the ESP32-S3, featuring full-speed emulation, I2S audio via the MAX98357A, and SD card ROM support. It utilizes the Nofrendo core and custom ST7789 display drivers to provide a smooth, portable 8-bit gaming experience.

Relive is an AI-driven photo curation and management system designed to rediscover memories stored on NAS devices. It features a distributed architecture with Go-based services, Python ML workers for facial recognition, and a custom ESP32-S3 color e-ink photo frame for daily content display.

PrintSphere is an ESP32-S3-based companion device for Bambu Lab 3D printers featuring a 1.75-inch circular AMOLED touch display. Built with ESP-IDF and LVGL, it provides real-time status monitoring, camera snapshots, and hybrid cloud/local network routing for seamless printer management.

A high-performance wavetable synthesizer firmware for ESP32-S3 and ESP32-P4 microcontrollers that plays SoundFont 2 (SF2) samples. It utilizes PSRAM for large sample banks, supports USB MIDI for plug-and-play connectivity, and features real-time audio effects like reverb and chorus.

A high-performance JPEG decoder and encoder module for MicroPython, specifically optimized for the Espressif ESP32 platform. It leverages the ESP-IDF component system to provide fast, memory-efficient image processing with support for block decoding, scaling, and rotation.

A low-power 2.4GHz wireless jammer built on the ESP32-S3 platform using nRF24L01+PA+LNA modules. It provides a comprehensive web interface for targeting WiFi, Bluetooth, and Zigbee signals across custom frequency ranges.

ClawPuter is an interactive pixel-art desktop companion for the M5Stack Cardputer (ESP32-S3) featuring a lobster character with rich animations and real-time weather integration. It leverages the OpenClaw AI gateway for streaming chat, voice-to-text via Groq Whisper, and bidirectional synchronization with a macOS desktop app.

XiaoClaw is an integrated firmware for the ESP32-S3 that combines voice interaction with a local AI agent. It utilizes the ESP-IDF framework and FreeRTOS to provide a complete system for voice I/O, LLM-powered reasoning, tool calling, and autonomous task execution.

An edge-only acoustic drone detection system built for the ESP32-S3 that uses FFT-based harmonic analysis to identify rotor signatures. It features encrypted LoRa communication between detectors and gateways, with seamless integration into Home Assistant via MQTT.

Hyperk is a minimalist, high-performance WiFi LED driver for ESP8266, ESP32, and Raspberry Pi Pico W microcontrollers. It provides low-latency control for addressable LEDs like WS2812B and SK6812, featuring native integration with HyperHDR and Home Assistant. The firmware utilizes FreeRTOS and the lwIP stack to manage high-speed UDP streaming and a responsive web-based configuration interface.

A real-time composite video generation system for the ESP32 that renders 3D wireframes, starfields, and geometric tunnels directly to CRT televisions. It utilizes a custom C++ engine controllable via a web interface or Pure Data with MIDI support for live visual performances.

OpenToys is an open-source framework for building local voice AI companions and robots using ESP32-S3 hardware and Apple Silicon for edge processing. It leverages Whisper ASR, Qwen3-TTS, and MLX-optimized LLMs to provide a fully offline, multilingual conversational experience without cloud dependencies. The project includes a desktop control application built with Tauri and React, alongside specialized Arduino-based firmware.

A Tamagotchi-style virtual pet simulator designed specifically for the M5Stack Cardputer ADV hardware. Built on the ESP32 platform using the Arduino framework, it features complex life stage management, mini-games, and an automated OTA asset provisioning system.

MiniOS-ESP is a lightweight, Unix-like command-line operating system designed for ESP32 microcontrollers with ST7789 display support. Built on a FreeRTOS kernel, it provides process management, a SPIFFS-based filesystem, and advanced networking and mathematical utilities.

Frekvens is an open-source ESP32 firmware modification for IKEA Frekvens and Obegränsad LED displays. It adds smart-home integrations, 35+ display modes, and real-time connectivity via MQTT and WebSockets, transforming static hardware into internet-connected IoT displays.