gpio-config

Validate GPIO pins and generate config files for Raspberry Pi and ESP32 projects.

16|2|Updated Feb 4, 2026

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npx skills add https://github.com/claudius-ars/embedded-agent-skills --skill gpio-config-claudius-ars

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Skill: gpio-config
Source: https://github.com/claudius-ars/embedded-agent-skills/tree/main/embedded-agent-skills/gpio-config
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/claudius-ars/embedded-agent-skills --skill gpio-config-claudius-ars

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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What problem does it solve?

This skill helps embedded projects manage GPIO pin usage on Raspberry Pi and ESP32 by validating constraints, detecting conflicts, and generating platform-specific configuration and initialization code.

Core Features & Use Cases

Assigns and validates GPIO pins for I2C, SPI, UART, PWM, 1-Wire, CAN, ADC
Generates config files and initialization code for Python (gpiozero, RPi.GPIO) and ESP32 (Arduino, ESP-IDF)
Detects boot/strapping pin issues, flash/PSRAM constraints, and I2C address conflicts
Provides wiring notes and safety recommendations for common devices (BME280, SSD1306, GPS, MCP2515, NeoPixels)

Quick Start

Initialize a BME280 on a Pi 4 and auto-generate the full I2C pin map with initialization code.

Frequently Asked Questions about gpio-config

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

FAQPage Schema

How do I validate GPIO pins and check for conflicts on Raspberry Pi and ESP32?▼

To validate GPIO pins and detect conflicts, assign pins for multi-protocol setups like I2C, SPI, and UART. This process identifies boot/strapping pin issues, flash/PSRAM constraints, and I2C address conflicts, then generates platform-specific config files and safety warnings.

Can I generate initialization code for I2C devices like BME280 using gpiozero or ESP-IDF?▼

Yes, you can generate initialization code for I2C devices like BME280. The system produces platform-specific wiring notes and initialization code for Python using gpiozero or RPi.GPIO, and for ESP32 using Arduino or ESP-IDF frameworks.

What is the best way to configure multi-protocol GPIO setups without causing boot or flash issues?▼

The best way to configure multi-protocol GPIO setups is to apply automated constraint validation. This detects boot/strapping pin issues and flash/PSRAM constraints on ESP32, ensuring pin assignments for protocols like SPI, CAN, and 1-Wire do not break startup sequences.

Does automated GPIO validation support generating config.txt for Raspberry Pi and sdkconfig.defaults for ESP32?▼

Yes, GPIO validation supports generating config.txt for Raspberry Pi and sdkconfig.defaults for ESP32. It produces these platform-specific configuration files alongside initialization code and wiring notes for connected devices like SSD1306, GPS, and NeoPixels.

How do I auto-configure pins for a CAN bus device like MCP2515 on an ESP32?▼

To auto-configure pins for a CAN bus device like MCP2515, assign the required GPIO pins and run validation. The system checks for conflicts and constraints, then generates Arduino or ESP-IDF initialization code along with necessary safety recommendations.