Adafruit FadeCandy - Dithering USB-Controlled Driver for RGB NeoPixels

Fadecandy is a seamless integration of hardware and software, designed to elevate LED art projects. This NeoPixel driver allows USB control with built-in dithering for superior color quality.

Benefits and Usages:

• Enables vibrant, subtle, and interactive lighting effects, pushing beyond ordinary rainbow fades.
• Supports up to 512 RGB LEDs, arranged as 8 strips of 64.
• Compatible with popular WS2811/WS2812 LEDs and various operating systems like Windows, Linux, and Mac OS.
• Powered by advanced algorithms for color correction, ideal for projects needing precise light artistry.

Specifications:

• Open-source hardware for efficient connectivity with Raspberry Pi, desktop, or laptop over USB.
• Includes Fadecandy Server Software for coordination with multiple boards, providing a robust platform for light-based art installations.
• Flexible libraries available for Python, Processing, with additional support coming for Javascript and Max.

Example of Usage:

Initially developed for the Ardent Mobile Cloud Platform at Burning Man, Fadecandy utilized 2500 LEDs to craft dynamic light patterns, intensifying the artistic experience within a translucent installation.

Fadecandy transcends typical LED applications, offering creators the tools to craft exquisite light environments effortlessly.