gpiozero

gpiozero is a high-level interface library built on top of RPi.GPIO that simplifies programming of GPIO devices on the Raspberry Pi. It provides object-oriented APIs for common components like LEDs, buttons, and motors, resulting in cleaner and more readable code. Ideal for education and rapid prototyping, it's a great choice for embedded system development.

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