gpio-config

Generate validated GPIO mappings and configuration code for Raspberry Pi and ESP32 platforms.

16|2|Updated Feb 4, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/bpolania/embedded-agent-skills --skill gpio-config
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Skill: gpio-config
Source: https://github.com/bpolania/embedded-agent-skills/tree/main/embedded-agent-skills/gpio-config
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/bpolania/embedded-agent-skills --skill gpio-config

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) and assets (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

Assigning and validating GPIOs across Raspberry Pi and ESP32 platforms is error-prone, risking boot issues, hardware conflicts, and unsafe current budgets; this skill automates safe pin mapping, validation, and generation of platform-specific config and code.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Platform-aware GPIO pin validation (RPi and ESP32 variants) with strapping pin, flash pin, and ADC2/WiFi conflict checks.
  • Automatic generation of per-platform configuration (config.txt on Pi; sdkconfig or code scaffolding on ESP32) plus wiring notes and initialization snippets for multiple frameworks (RPi.GPIO, gpiozero, Arduino, ESP-IDF).
  • End-to-end workflow: parse requests, detect platform, load references, validate, generate config, and generate code, with helpful warnings and optional alternatives.

Quick Start

Input a platform and pins, and receive a complete, ready-to-run GPIO configuration with initialization code.

Frequently Asked Questions about gpio-config

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

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How do I validate ESP32 GPIO pin assignments for safe operation?

To validate ESP32 GPIO pin assignments, apply platform-specific rules to check for strapping pin, flash pin, and ADC2/WiFi conflicts. This process verifies your requested pins against hardware constraints, warns about unsafe configurations, and suggests safe alternatives to prevent boot issues and hardware damage.

Can I automatically generate Raspberry Pi GPIO configuration and initialization code?

Yes, you can automatically generate Raspberry Pi GPIO configuration and initialization code. By identifying your target platform and pin requirements, the system produces per-platform config lines, wiring notes, and ready-to-run initialization snippets for frameworks like RPi.GPIO and gpiozero.

What is the best way to avoid ESP32 strapping pin and flash pin conflicts during hardware design?

The best way to avoid ESP32 strapping pin and flash pin conflicts is to use automated validation before finalizing your hardware design. Mapping tools check your selected pins against critical boot constraints, warn you about conflicts, and suggest safe alternatives to ensure reliable operation.

Does GPIO validation support both Arduino and ESP-IDF frameworks for ESP32?

Yes, GPIO validation supports both Arduino and ESP-IDF frameworks for ESP32. It generates per-platform configuration, code scaffolding, and initialization snippets tailored to your chosen framework while applying universal and platform-specific safety rules to ensure safe pin mapping.

How do I check the current budget for Raspberry Pi GPIO outputs?

To check the current budget for Raspberry Pi GPIO outputs, validate your pin mapping against the platform's current limitations. The validation process warns you when your selected pins exceed safe current budgets and suggests safe alternatives to prevent hardware damage.