I Can Stop Adding More LEDs Anytime I Want, I Just Choose Not To

Explore the fascinating journey of LED projects in this 17-minute conference talk from linux.conf.au 2021. Discover how a simple tri-color LED evolved into increasingly complex setups, including a neopixel ring on a Garduino project, LED-adorned party clothing, and massive LED panel displays. Learn about the progression from 1,538 pixels driven by ESP8266 to 12,288 pixels powered by ESP32, and finally to an impressive 49,152 pixels controlled by a Raspberry Pi. Gain insights into the Framebuffer::GFX graphics library, which enables consistent code usage across diverse hardware platforms. Delve into the world of open-source hardware and software integration in this entertaining and informative presentation.

"I can stop adding more LEDs anytime I want, I just choose not to" - Marc MERLIN (LCA 2021 Online)