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awesome-raspberry-pi

📝 A curated list of awesome Raspberry Pi tools, projects, images and resources
https://github.com/thibmaek/awesome-raspberry-pi

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  • Community

  • Models

  • OS Images

    • Alpine Linux - Security-oriented, lightweight Linux distribution based on musl libc and busybox.
    • Arch Linux ARM - Lightweight and flexible Linux distribution that tries to Keep It Simple.
    • Armbian - A base operating system platform for single board computers (SBCs) that other projects can trust to build upon.
    • balenaOS - open source OS to run Docker containers on embedded devices that's been designed for reliability and proven in production.
    • BerryBoot - Bootloader/universal OS installer, with support to VNC and HDMI-CEC.
    • Channels DVR Server - Custom image for Channels DVR Server which provides a whole home DVR system.
    • Debian - Unofficial Debian image for Raspberry Pi (maintained by a Debian Developer).
    • EZ-WifiBroadcast - Affordable Wireless Digital HD Video Transmission made easy. ![Supports Raspberry Pi 3](/media/badges/rpi-3.png) ![Supports Raspberry Pi Zero](/media/badges/rpi-0.png)
    • Fedora - Linux Fedora distribution built for the Pi. ![Supports Raspberry Pi 2+](/media/badges/rpi-2+.png)
    • FreeBSD - FreeBSD is an advanced computer operating system used to power modern servers, desktops, and embedded platforms.
    • FreedomBox - FreedomBox is a private home server for non-experts. ![Supports Raspberry Pi 2+](/media/badges/rpi-2+.png)
    • Gentoo - Gentoo Stage 3 tarball for Raspberry Pi.
    • Hass.io - Home automation operating system/application for embedded device, also available standalone.
    • HypriotOS - Minimal Debian-based operating system, optimized to run Docker.
    • Kali Linux - Penetration Testing & Ethical Hacking Linux distro for ARM devices.
    • KonstaKANG - Unofficial LineageOS and AOSP builds for Raspberry Pi. ![Supports Raspberry Pi 3](/media/badges/rpi-3.png)
    • Lakka - Retro-gaming on the Raspberry Pi built entirely on RetroArch.
    • LibreELEC - Just enough OS for Kodi
    • Manjaro - Friendly, open-source Linux distribution for Raspberry Pi.
    • Minibian - Minimal Raspbian (lighter than Jessie Lite).
    • MoodleBox - The MoodleBox provides a Moodle learning management system on Raspberry Pi. ![Supports Raspberry Pi 3](/media/badges/rpi-3.png)
    • motionEyeOS - Linux distribution that turns a single-board computer into a video surveillance system.
    • NetBSD - NetBSD is a free, fast, secure, and highly portable Unix-like Open Source operating system.
    • NOOBS - New Out Of the Box Software, an easy OS installer for beginners.
    • OctoPi - Distribution for 3d printers.
    • OpenHABian - A preconfigured version of the OpenHAB home automation software. ![Supports Raspberry Pi 2+](/media/badges/rpi-2+.png)
    • OpenMediaVault - OpenMediaVault is the next generation network attached storage (NAS) solution based on Debian Linux containing services like SSH, (S)FTP, SMB/CIFS, DAAP media server, RSync, BitTorrent client and many more. ![Supports Raspberry Pi 3](/media/badges/rpi-3.png)
    • openSUSE - openSUSE is a major Linux distribution that has images based for its stable release Leap and rolling release Tumbleweed. Images can be found for many of the Pis, including the [Raspberry Pi 3](https://en.opensuse.org/HCL:Raspberry_Pi3) and [Raspberry Pi 4](https://en.opensuse.org/HCL:Raspberry_Pi4).
    • OpenWRT - OpenWrt is described as a Linux distribution for embedded devices for network management.
    • OSMC - Open Source Media Centre, based on Kodi.
    • PiDeck - Small form factor DVS system allowing you to control digital music files with timecode vinyl.
    • PiNet - System to manage Raspberry Pi classrooms.
    • PirateBox - Anonymous offline mobile file-sharing and communications system.
    • Raspbian - Raspbian is a free operating system based on Debian optimized for the Raspberry Pi hardware.
    • RasPlex - Plex client for the Raspberry Pi.
    • Recalbox - Drag & drop light-weight retro-gaming and media center on the Raspberry Pi.
    • RetroPie - Retro-gaming on the Raspberry Pi.
    • Risc OS - Non-Linux OS originated from the group that developed the ARM microprocessor.
    • Rocket Show - Play synced backing tracks, videos and DMX light-sequences live on stage. ![Supports Raspberry Pi 3](/media/badges/rpi-3.png)
    • RuneAudio - Free and open source OS that turns embedded hardware into Hi-Fi music players.
    • SamplerBox - Drop'n'play sampler: drop .WAV samples on the SD card, and play!
    • Twister OS - Skinned version of Raspberry Pi OS with preinstalled apps like box86 and Retropie to introduce noobs to Linux and Raspberry Pi. ![Supports Raspberry Pi 3](/media/badges/rpi-3.png)
    • Ubuntu Core - Official (minimal) Ubuntu distribution for IoT. Supports Raspberry Pi Zero 2 W. ![Supports Raspberry Pi 2+](/media/badges/rpi-2+.png)
    • Ubuntu MATE - Ubuntu distribution for the Raspberry Pi based on MATE desktop. ![Supports Raspberry Pi 2+](/media/badges/rpi-2+.png)
    • Volumio - Headless audiophile music player, designed to play music with the highest possible fidelity.
    • Windows 10 IoT Core - Windows 10 distribution for IoT. ![Supports Raspberry Pi 2+](/media/badges/rpi-2+.png)
    • moOde - The moOde audio player acts as an Audiophile streamer with DLNS, Spotify Connect and AirPlay support for old receivers. ![Supports Raspberry Pi 3](/media/badges/rpi-2+.png) ![Supports Raspberry Pi Zero](/media/badges/rpi-0.png)
    • NOOBS - New Out Of the Box Software, an easy OS installer for beginners.
    • Raspberry Pi OS - The official supported Raspberry Pi OS (previously called "Raspbian"), based on Debian and available as a lite version.
    • FabScanPi - FabScanPi is an open source 3D laser scanner using the Raspberry Pi Camera Module. ![Supports Raspberry Pi 2+](/media/badges/rpi-2+.png)
    • DietPi - Minimal image designed to fit on a 2GB SD card, with tons of configurable settings and scripts.
    • Mainsail OS - A distribution for 3D Printers that includes everything to get started with Klipper Firmware and Mainsail.
    • NextCloudPi - Nextcloud ready image based on Raspbian. Features Nextcloud 11 running on Raspbian 8, with PHP 7 and HTTP2 enabled Apache server.
    • FabScanPi - FabScanPi is an open source 3D laser scanner using the Raspberry Pi Camera Module. ![Supports Raspberry Pi 2+](/media/badges/rpi-2+.png)
    • motionEyeOS - Linux distribution that turns a single-board computer into a video surveillance system.
    • PiFi - Turn Raspberry Pi into a High-Speed VPN Router in Seconds ⚡️ (Supports Raspberry Pi 4 and 5).
    • PiNet - System to manage Raspberry Pi classrooms.
    • PirateBox - Anonymous offline mobile file-sharing and communications system.
    • RasComm RaspberryPi MorseCode Translator - RasComm is a communication device that translates plain text into Morse code (IMC) visually or audibly.
    • RasPlex - Plex client for the Raspberry Pi.
    • RuneAudio - Free and open source OS that turns embedded hardware into Hi-Fi music players.
    • Ubuntu Core - Official (minimal) Ubuntu distribution for IoT. Supports Raspberry Pi Zero 2 W. ![Supports Raspberry Pi 2+](/media/badges/rpi-2+.png)
    • HypriotOS - Minimal Debian-based operating system, optimized to run Docker.
    • DroneBridge - A WifiBroadcast extension to make for a real alternative to DJI Lightbridge and other similar systems. ![Supports Raspberry Pi 3](/media/badges/rpi-3.png)
    • chilipie-kiosk - Image which boots directly into full-screen Chrome, perfect for dashboards and build monitors. ![Supports Raspberry Pi 2+](/media/badges/rpi-2+.png)
    • EZ-WifiBroadcast - Affordable Wireless Digital HD Video Transmission made easy. ![Supports Raspberry Pi 3](/media/badges/rpi-3.png) ![Supports Raspberry Pi Zero](/media/badges/rpi-0.png)
    • GlowBarn OS - Buildroot-based Linux distribution for paranormal research with EMF sensors, environmental monitoring, web dashboard and automated data logging. ![Supports Raspberry Pi 4+](/media/badges/rpi-4.png)
    • Ubuntu Desktop - Ubuntu Desktop distribution for the Raspberry Pi. Supports Raspberry Pi 4 and 5.
    • Ubuntu Server - Ubuntu Server distribution for the Raspberry Pi. Supports Raspberry Pi Zero 2 W. ![Supports Raspberry Pi 2+](/media/badges/rpi-2+.png)
    • Anthias - The world's most popular open source digital signage project.
    • HamPi - Formerly known as W3DJS Raspberry Pi for Ham Radio.
    • balenaOS - open source OS to run Docker containers on embedded devices that's been designed for reliability and proven in production.
    • Debian - Unofficial Debian image for Raspberry Pi (maintained by a Debian Developer).
    • FreedomBox - FreedomBox is a private home server for non-experts. ![Supports Raspberry Pi 2+](/media/badges/rpi-2+.png)
    • Gladys Assistant - Gladys, a privacy-first, open-source home assistant. ![Supports Raspberry Pi 3](/media/badges/rpi-3.png)
    • Kali Linux - Penetration Testing & Ethical Hacking Linux distro for ARM devices.
    • OctoPi - Distribution for 3d printers.
    • PiDeck - Small form factor DVS system allowing you to control digital music files with timecode vinyl.
    • PiFi - Turn Raspberry Pi into a High-Speed VPN Router in Seconds ⚡️ (Supports Raspberry Pi 4 and 5).
    • PIrateRF - Turns a Raspberry Pi Zero W into a portable, browser-controlled RF transmitter with its own WiFi hotspot, supporting a dozen modes including FM broadcast, FT8, RTTY, POCSAG, and Morse. ![Supports Raspberry Pi Zero](/media/badges/rpi-0.png)
    • Recalbox - Drag & drop light-weight retro-gaming and media center on the Raspberry Pi.
    • SamplerBox - Drop'n'play sampler: drop .WAV samples on the SD card, and play!
  • Projects

    • 40-node Raspberry Pi Cluster - Cluster aimed to be under the size of full tower desktop.
    • BeeMonitor - Honey beehive monitoring project.
    • Building a Ceph Cluster on Raspberry Pi - Highly redundant and low power usage RADOS home storage solution.
    • Building Timelapse with Resin - Remotely deploying timelapse camera using Docker, Resin, and 3G internet.
    • Chromebook Charger Kiosk - Timed charging station for students using Chromebooks at school.
    • DIY USB Rubber Ducky - Raspberry Pi Zero Rubber Ducky recognized as a USB HID by just about anything with a USB port, thus allowing you to run custom scripts as if it were a keyboard. ![Supports Raspberry Pi Zero](/media/badges/rpi-0.png)
    • FistBump BLE Edition - WPA Hash Grabbing Bluetooth Peripheral / Android App.
    • FruitNanny - Baby monitor including custom case, server, and client source code. ![Supports Raspberry Pi 3](/media/badges/rpi-3.png)
    • Harry Potter and the real life Daily Prophet - Display mimicking the Daily Prophet from Harry Potter using a 7" Raspberry Pi display.
    • Jasper - Flexible open source personal assistant.
    • Lumos - Smart Lamp for Better Sleep. ![Supports Raspberry Pi 3](/media/badges/rpi-3.png) ![Supports Raspberry Pi Zero](/media/badges/rpi-0.png)
    • Magic Mirror - The original open source modular smart mirror platform. ![Supports Raspberry Pi 2+](/media/badges/rpi-2+.png)
    • Mini OONTZ - 3D printed mini MIDI controller.
    • Multi-Datacenter Cassandra on 32 Raspberry Pi’s - Showcase for the always on, fault tolerant nature of Cassandra using a Raspberry Pi cluster board.
    • Nerves Project - Craft and deploy bulletproof embedded software in Elixir.
    • Network Presence Detector - Setup a Pi Zero to scan for devices on a WiFi network and use that to determine who is "home".
    • NTP driven Nixie Clock - Nixie Tube Clock powered by a Raspberry Pi.
    • Pi-hole - Black hole for internet ads.
    • Pi4j Project - Java I/O library the Raspberry Pi.
    • PiAware - Live flight tracking using a Raspberry Pi.
    • PiE-Ink - E-ink nametag display running on a Pi Zero. ![Supports Raspberry Pi Zero](/media/badges/rpi-0.png)
    • PiScan - Makeshift Amazon Dash orders using a Raspberry PI + EAN scanner.
    • Planning lunch with a Slackbot on resin.io - Node.js Slackbot (lunchbot), hosted on Resin.
    • Power Sniffing Strip - Enclosure in a power strip, sniffing network data.
    • Project MyHouse - Smart Doll House with Gesture Recognition, using Raspberry Pi 3 or Pi Zero and PSMove motion controller.
    • Raspberry Pi Erlang Cluster - Erlang cluster on a Raspberry Pi 2.
    • Raspberry PI Hadoop Cluster - Big Data cluster running on the Raspberry Pi.
    • RaspiBolt - Beginner’s Guide to ️⚡Lightning️⚡ on a Raspberry Pi.
    • Receiving GOES-16 Images on a Raspberry Pi - An advanced project to receive weather imagery from the GOES-16 satellite using software defined radio (SDR).
    • Rhasspy - Open source, fully offline set of voice assistant services that works well with Home Assistant, Node-RED, MQTT and more.
    • RPi-eth-display - Open source DisplayLink alternative, ethernet to HDMI adapter.
    • Skate-o-Meter - Skateboard odometer and speedometer with RFID user system.
    • SkyJack - Take over and allow full control over any Parrot AR Drone within wireless distance.
    • Smart Security Camera - Using OpenCV, Twilio and a WebCam/picam.
    • StreamPi - A robust alternative to the Elgato Stream Deck, that can launch apps, scripts, websites and control applications like OBS.
    • Voice Kit - AIY Voice Kit from Google, to build a standalone voice recognition system using the Google Assistant, or add voice recognition and natural language processing to your Raspberry Pi-based projects.
    • Whispering Mirror - Interactive soundart installation using the Hifiberry DAC.
    • Zelda Home Automation - Home automation based on sound recognition from notes played on an ocarina.
    • Zelda Home Automation - Home automation based on sound recognition from notes played on an ocarina.
    • Harry Potter and the real life Daily Prophet - Display mimicking the Daily Prophet from Harry Potter using a 7" Raspberry Pi display.
    • Magic Mirror - The original open source modular smart mirror platform. ![Supports Raspberry Pi 2+](/media/badges/rpi-2+.png)
    • AdGuard Home - DNS relay station with ad/tracker/other blocking, IP address redirections, and DNS-over-HTTPS.
    • Bitcoin Tracker - A Physical Dashboard that displays Bitcoin stats in real time. ![Supports Raspberry Pi 3](/media/badges/rpi-3.png) ![Supports Raspberry Pi Zero](/media/badges/rpi-0.png)
    • Building a Ceph Cluster on Raspberry Pi - Highly redundant and low power usage RADOS home storage solution.
    • Circle - A C++ bare metal environment for Raspberry Pi.
    • clockOS - simple smart desktop clock using a Raspberry Pi display.
    • CookCLI - Turn your Raspberry Pi into a self-hosted recipe server. Manage recipes in plain-text Cooklang format with web UI, shopping lists, and meal planning.
    • CocktailTDI - Another cocktail machine (powered by Raspberry Pi 4, Golang, a pneumatic pump and valves).
    • Coder for Raspberry Pi - A open source project by Googlers to turn a Raspberry Pi into a simple, tiny, personal web server and web-based development environment.
    • Display_Lib_RPI - A shared installable C++ Library to connect various electronic displays to Raspberry Pi single board computers.
    • DIY Arcade Machine - A retro style arcade machine, based on a Raspberry Pi Pico, a Hub75 LED matrix and some other stuff (Wii Nunchucks, 3D printed parts, ...)
    • docsis-cable-load-monitor - Tool to monitor downstream load on DOCSIS cable networks.
    • Drumbooth controller with touch interface - Project using Java, JavaFX, Pi4J and Arduino to control 8 relays and LED strips.
    • Gaussmeter - Project utilizing a Raspberry Pi Zero W, WS2812B Leds and the Tesla API to collect and display a Tesla's status. ![Supports Raspberry Pi Zero](/media/badges/rpi-0.png)
    • Haven - Host a private blog on your Rasperry Pi instead of using Facebook.
    • Hearing aid prototoype - A Raspberry Pi powered prototype of a hearing aid. ![Supports Raspberry Pi 3](/media/badges/rpi-3.png)
    • Internet Chronometer - Turn your Raspberry Pi in to an Internet Chronometer.
    • Kubernetes on ARM - Get your ARM device up and running Kubernetes in less than ten minutes.
    • Lomorage - Private photo cloud host on Raspberry Pi, with Android/iOS/Web client.
    • Looper/synth/drum thing - Sequencer/Drumpad, like Native Instruments' Maschine for the Pi.
    • NALIVATOR-9000 - Robot bartender for making cocktails with Telegram-bot interface and speech synthesis on Golang.
    • Occu-Pi - Controller software for the Occu-pi, a totally awesome bathroom door sensor.
    • pi_payments - Payment module based on RFID.
    • Pi-KVM - DIY KVM over IP to manage remote computers via Web UI or VNC with FullHD video, mouse, virtual drive, IPMI, Wake-on-LAN and many other things.
    • pi-timolo - Remote Headless multi feature PiCamera Operation from Rclone Remote Storage Service and More.
    • PiClock - Fancy Clock built around a monitor and a Raspberry Pi.
    • PiFanTuner - CPU-fan-tuner daemon, just enables your fan as necessary. ![Supports Raspberry Pi 3](/media/badges/rpi-3.png)
    • PiFmRds - FM-RDS transmitter using a Raspberry Pi.
    • PiScan - Makeshift Amazon Dash orders using a Raspberry PI + EAN scanner.
    • PoisonTap - Exploits locked/password protected computers over USB, drops persistent WebSocket-based backdoor, exposes internal router, and siphons cookies using Raspberry Pi Zero & Node.js. ![Supports Raspberry Pi Zero](/media/badges/rpi-0.png)
    • Raspberry Pi Dashboard - Full-featured web-based dashboard interface to inspect and manage Raspberry Pi hardware and software, with no extra software required.
    • Raspberry PI Hadoop Cluster - Big Data cluster running on the Raspberry Pi.
    • Raspberry Pi Setup - ⚡ Quickly setup my Raspberry Pi.
    • RaspiBlitz - Fastest and cheapest way to get your own Lightning Node running.