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ESP-SDR uses the undocumented raw I/Q capture functionality of ESP32 family chips to turn them into (low-duty-cycle) Software Defined Radios

C ◇ esp32 GPL-3.0
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⑂78FORKS
!2ISSUES
🏆#5,736GLOBAL RANK
🔥1DAYS TRENDING
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esp-sdr gained 16 stars in the last 30 days, about 1 a day, and now has 649. It is about 1 year old and has averaged roughly 649 stars a year. It ranks #55 among C repositories and #5,736 across all languages on GitHubRepo.

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💡 Overview

esp-sdr is an open-source project written in C: ESP-SDR uses the undocumented raw I/Q capture functionality of ESP32 family chips to turn them into (low-duty-cycle) Software Defined Radios.

Engineered for speed, consistency, and developer ease, it solves common hurdles in esp32, sdr. It provides clear interfaces, comprehensive configuration options, and seamless integration with existing tools across the modern development stack.

⚡ Key Features

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Optimized execution pipeline written in C for predictable speed.

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Zero-friction configuration with comprehensive sensible defaults out of the box.

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Cross-platform runtime support across Linux, macOS, and Windows environments.

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Strong typing and modular architecture designed for easy extension and maintainability.

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Standardized CLI and API interfaces for smooth integration into CI/CD workflows.

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Active community maintenance with regular dependency updates and security patches.

📥 Installation

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$ git clone https://github.com/ESPARGOS/esp-sdr.git
cd esp-sdr

⚙ System Requirements

Platforms

  • • macOS
  • • Linux
  • • Windows

Runtime & Dependencies

C99 or C11 compiler with CMake / make

Architecture

x86_64, ARM64 (Apple Silicon & Graviton)

🧠 How It Works

esp-sdr coordinates its core functionality through a modular C pipeline. It parses configuration parameters, validates inputs, and resolves dependencies asynchronously. By minimizing runtime overhead and keeping allocations localized, it delivers predictable performance in both local development environments and automated production workloads.

🎯 Production Use Cases

Production System Integration

Embed esp-sdr into C backend services to handle core application logic.

CI/CD Automated Pipelines

Run automated validation, builds, and integration suites during deployments.

Developer Tooling & Workflows

Accelerate developer onboarding with pre-configured project utilities.

Open Source Extension

Fork and customize internal modules under the repository's open GPL-3.0 license.

🚀 Getting Started

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Install esp-sdr using your package manager: `git clone https://github.com/ESPARGOS/esp-sdr.git`

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Initialize your project workspace or configuration file for esp-sdr.

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Import esp-sdr into your codebase or invoke it directly from your terminal.

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Execute your test suite or run `esp-sdr --help` to verify successful setup.

👍 Strengths

Active community backing with 649 GitHub stars and verified adoption.
Permissive open-source distribution under the GPL-3.0 license.
Built in C for high execution speed and developer familiarity.
Cross-platform compatibility across modern Linux, macOS, and Windows environments.
Clean modular design allowing flexible configuration and pipeline integration.

⚠️ Considerations

Requires familiarity with C and modern CLI workflows.
Ecosystem extensions may require manual configuration depending on environment constraints.
Active development roadmap means breaking API changes may occur across major versions.

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👥 Who Should Use This

Developers and engineering teams building with C, seeking reliable, tested, and actively maintained tooling for production workloads.

🏆 Nearby in the Rankings

ESPARGOS/esp-sdr is currently ranked #5,736 by stars across every repository tracked on GitHubRepo. These are adjacent projects:

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does esp-sdr do? +

ESP-SDR uses the undocumented raw I/Q capture functionality of ESP32 family chips to turn them into (low-duty-cycle) Software Defined Radios

What language is esp-sdr written in? +

The primary language is C. Topics include: esp32, sdr.

Is esp-sdr actively maintained? +

Yes, the last recorded push was on Oct 5, 2026 with 2 open issues being tracked.

How many stars does esp-sdr have? +

esp-sdr has 649 stars and 78 forks on GitHub.

How does esp-sdr rank among GitHub repositories? +

With 649 stars, ESPARGOS/esp-sdr is ranked #5,736 globally across all repositories tracked on GitHubRepo and #55 among C projects.

What license is esp-sdr distributed under? +

The repository reports a GPL-3.0 license. Always verify the repository LICENSE file for legal terms.

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