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zclaw – 888 KiB AI Personal Assistant for ESP32 (C/C++)
zclaw is a lightweight AI assistant for ESP32 boards, packed into just 888 KiB of firmware. Written in plain C, it offers scheduled tasks, GPIO control, and custom tools—all powered by a local LLM backend. The project is fully open‑source with a step‑by‑step guide to bootstrap, secure credentials, and hook into Telegram or a web relay. Whether you’re a hobbyist looking to add voice assistants to a microcontroller or a developer wanting to experiment with on‑device AI, this article walks you through installation, configuration, and extending zclaw to fit your needs.
MimiClaw: Tiny AI Assistant on a $5 ESP32‑S3 Chip
Meet MimiClaw, the first conversational AI running on a $5 ESP32‑S3 board with no Linux or Node.js. Powered by Claude on the edge, it stores all data locally, uses Telegram for messaging, and supports web search via Brave Search. The project offers a plug‑and‑play setup, a dual‑core design, OTA updates, and even a WebSocket gateway. In this article we walk through its unique architecture, quick‑start instructions, configuration options, and real‑world use cases that make MimiClaw a must‑try for hobbyists and developers looking for a private, privacy‑first AI assistant on a single, thumb‑size chip.
Create an Affordable Sesame Quadruped Robot with ESP32
Discover how to build Sesame, a tiny open‑source quadruped robot that runs on an ESP32, 8 MG90 servos, and a 128x64 OLED face. This guide walks you through gathering parts, 3‑D printing PLA frames, wiring the board, flashing firmware, and using Sesame Studio to design custom animations. Whether you’re a seasoned maker or a beginner, you’ll learn how to assemble everything from the bill of materials to the final Wi‑Fi controlled web UI. Join the community and bring your own robot companion to life!