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The DFRobot Beetle Board is a compact, breadboard-friendly microcontroller board based on the ATmega32U4 chip, fully compatible with the Arduino Leonardo platform. Its small size and integrated USB interface make it ideal for projects requiring a minimal footprint without sacrificing performance or flexibility. The Beetle Board features a built-in USB interface, allowing it to emulate a keyboard, mouse, or joystick, which is perfect for interactive applications, custom input devices, or HID projects. Despite its small size, it offers a comprehensive set of digital and analog I/O pins, PWM outputs, and serial communication interfaces, giving you all the essentials for versatile prototyping. Thanks to its Arduino IDE compatibility, programming the Beetle is straightforward, with plenty of community support and example libraries available. The compact design allows easy integration into wearable electronics, robotics, and compact embedded systems. It’s also compatible with many standard Arduino shields and sensors. The Beetle Board is a great choice for hobbyists, students, and developers seeking a reliable, small, and affordable microcontroller solution with rich features and easy USB connectivity.