Johnny-Five is an open-source JavaScript robotics and IoT platform that allows developers to control hardware devices using JavaScript. It provides a high-level API for interacting with various sensors, actuators, and other hardware components commonly used in robotics projects. Johnny-Five simplifies the process of working with hardware by abstracting low-level details and providing a consistent interface for different devices.
Compared to other robotics frameworks like ROS (Robot Operating System) or Arduino, Johnny-Five offers a more beginner-friendly and JavaScript-centric approach, making it accessible to a wider audience. It is actively maintained and regularly updated with new features and improvements.
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