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    "founded": "2005",
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      "Arduino open source hardware",
      "Raspberry Pi: Utilizing Raspberry Pi or similar single-board computers for more complex computing tasks or different project requirements than typical Arduino microcontrollers.",
      "ESP32/ESP8266 development boards: Choosing alternative microcontrollers that offer integrated wireless connectivity (Wi-Fi, Bluetooth) often at a lower cost, for IoT-specific applications."
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