TFT_eSPI Projects

PixelForge is a browser-based image converter that transforms PNG and JPG images into Arduino-compatible C header files. It supports RGB565 and OLED bitmap formats for popular embedded display libraries like TFT_eSPI and U8g2, targeting platforms such as ESP32, STM32, and RP2040.

A high-performance Arduino compilation CLI tool that utilizes the Ninja build system and Tree-sitter syntax parsing to achieve significantly faster build times than Arduino CLI or PlatformIO. It features intelligent caching, parallel compilation, and a multi-mode linter for precise syntax validation across various hardware platforms including ESP32, AVR, and Renesas.

DisplayKit is a web-based drag-and-drop UI designer for embedded display development. It enables developers to visually design screens and generate optimized C++ code for the TFT_eSPI and U8g2 libraries, targeting platforms such as ESP32, STM32, and RP2040.

An ESP32-powered smart display for Bambu Lab A1 and A1 Mini 3D printers featuring an 8-bit pixel art aesthetic. It monitors real-time print status, temperatures, and fan speeds via Wi-Fi and MQTT, while integrating an MPU6050 gyro for motion-synced animations.

A high-performance Bitcoin solo miner firmware for ESP32, ESP32-S3, and ESP32-C3 microcontrollers. It utilizes hardware-accelerated SHA-256 and pipelined assembly optimizations to deliver hashrates up to 1+ MH/s while supporting various TFT and OLED displays.

An internet-connected weather station application for the ESP32 Cheap Yellow Display (CYD). It features a 3-day forecast using the OpenWeather API, displaying weather icons and data on a 2.8-inch TFT screen. The project utilizes LittleFS for asset storage and the TFT_eSPI library for high-performance graphics.

A high-performance Nintendo Entertainment System (NES) emulator ported to the ESP32, capable of running games at native speeds with full audio. It leverages FreeRTOS for concurrent CPU and APU emulation and supports various memory mappers covering approximately 79% of the NES library.

An open-source firmware for ESP32-S3 microcontrollers that replicates and extends the functionality of the Bus Pirate hardware tool. It provides an interactive CLI for sniffing, sending, and scripting various digital and radio protocols like I2C, SPI, UART, CAN, and Sub-GHz.

A lightweight, cross-platform GUI library written in pure C, designed for native performance on Linux, Windows, and embedded platforms like ESP32. It provides a minimal footprint with a comprehensive suite of widgets and is highly customizable for resource-constrained environments.

A comprehensive security-focused firmware for ESP32, ESP8266, and RTL8720DN platforms designed for wireless auditing and hardware hacking. It provides a robust toolkit for Sub-GHz, Wi-Fi, BLE, RFID/NFC, and Infrared signal manipulation across various devices like M5StickC and Cardputer.

A comprehensive open-source firmware for the LilyGo TWatch 2020 series based on the ESP32 and Arduino framework. It features a custom UI engine, Lua scripting, BLE/WiFi connectivity, and integration with Gadgetbridge for smartphone notifications.

A comprehensive firmware for ESP32 and STM32F4 microcontrollers that provides a customizable touchscreen UI controlled via MQTT. It utilizes the LVGL graphics library to drive various commodity displays, enabling home automation control through a flexible JSONL-based configuration.

A demonstration project for the RP2040 microcontroller featuring the LVGL 8.3 graphics library and TFT_eSPI driver. It supports a 3.5-inch ILI9488 TFT display and XPT2046 resistive touch controller using the Arduino framework within PlatformIO.

An advanced ESP32-based internet radio application featuring a VS1053 audio codec and a real-time spectrum analyzer. It supports touchscreen and gesture-based controls, provides a web interface for station management, and integrates OpenWeatherMap data for environmental updates.

A sophisticated Variable Frequency Oscillator (VFO) and transceiver controller based on the ESP32 and Si5351 clock generator. It features a high-quality GUI using LVGL, support for dual VFOs, WiFi-based CAT control, and integrated SWR/power measurement capabilities for amateur radio projects.

A portable suite of WiFi and Bluetooth offensive and defensive tools built for the ESP32 microcontroller. It enables security researchers to perform packet sniffing, beacon spamming, and network analysis through a dedicated handheld interface utilizing the Arduino framework.

An integration of the LVGL graphics library into the ESPHome ecosystem for ESP32-based displays. It provides custom components for UI elements like switches, checkboxes, and toggle buttons, utilizing the TFT_eSPI driver for hardware communication.

AWatch is a retro-inspired smartwatch firmware for the ESP32-based TTGO T-Watch, featuring a user interface modeled after the Amiga Workbench 1.x. It leverages FreeRTOS for task management and integrates LVGL for its graphical interface, providing functionality such as countdown timers, MOD music playback, and speech synthesis.

Deck is a high-performance ESP32-based dashboard project that ports the fluid X-TRACK UI framework to the Arduino platform using LVGL. It features 60 FPS animations on a 1.3-inch IPS display and uses a three-button interface to simulate rotary encoder navigation.

A comprehensive demo project for ESP32 using the LVGL v8.3.4 graphics library, featuring support for the ST7789 display and FT6236 touch controller. It includes various UI examples such as music players, widgets, and performance benchmarks.