# Copyright Notice **Author:** Lonely Binary **Date:** written in 2025 **Copyright:** © 2025 Lonely Binary. All rights reserved. This manual is provided for educational purposes. Reproduction or distribution without permission is prohibited. For more information, visit [lonelybinary.com](https://lonelybinary.com/). This manual offers a beginner-friendly guide to using the ESP32 microcontroller with MicroPython, covering setup, programming, and hands-on IoT projects. It is designed for hobbyists, students, and new makers eager to explore embedded systems and wireless technologies. # Acknowledgments Creating _MicroPython Magic with ESP32: A Beginner's Guide to IoT Fun_ has been an exciting adventure, and Lonely Binary is thrilled to thank everyone who made it possible: - **Espressif Systems**: For crafting the amazing ESP32 microcontroller and providing awesome documentation, open-source tools, and the ESP-IDF framework that power this guide. - **The MicroPython Community**: For their fantastic work in making MicroPython accessible and fun, especially for ESP32 beginners. - **Online Makers**: Huge thanks to the vibrant communities at ESP32 forums on Reddit and Stack Overflow for their awesome tutorials, code snippets, and troubleshooting tips. - **Our Amazing Beta Testers**: Heartfelt gratitude to the hobbyists, students, and makers who tested early drafts, shared feedback, and suggested super fun projects to make this guide clear and engaging for beginners. - **Our Support Squad**: To all the fans and supporters of Lonely Binary, your cheers and encouragement kept us coding and smiling throughout this project. And a special thank you to YOU, the reader, for diving into the world of ESP32 and MicroPython with us. Your curiosity and enthusiasm make this journey so much fun!