Dragon411 and its compact sibling Dragon411-micro - STM32F411 Development Boards Launched on Kickstarter

 The world of embedded development has just gotten more exciting with the launch of Dragon411 on Kickstarter! If you’re a fan of the Raspberry Pi Pico but wish for more power and flexibility, the Dragon411 series might be your next favorite dev board. Designed around the STM32F411CEU6 microcontroller, this development board offers a powerful Cortex-M4 CPU, extensive GPIO breakout, USB Type-C interface, and support for multiple programming languages like Arduino, MicroPython, CircuitPython, and C/C++.

The Dragon411 and its compact sibling Dragon411-micro are designed to cater to the needs of hobbyists, students, and professional developers. Offering a 100MHz Cortex-M4 processor, 512KB Flash, 128KB RAM, and cross-platform support, these boards provide the ideal foundation for embedded systems development, IoT applications, and automation projects.

Here’s why Dragon411 stands out:

• Powerful STM32F411CEU6 Microcontroller (100MHz Cortex-M4 with FPU)
• 512KB Flash + Optional 8MB External Flash (Dragon411 only)
• Raspberry Pi Pico-Compatible Form Factor for effortless expansion
• USB Type-C Interface, Debug Pins, User Buttons & LEDs
• Multi-Language Support: Arduino, MicroPython, CircuitPython, and C/C++

Meet the Dragon411 Series – Two Powerful Variants

The Dragon411 series comes in two versions:

• Dragon411
• Dragon411-micro

Dragon411 – Full-Featured Development Board

For those seeking a robust development platform, Dragon411 offers full GPIO breakout, external flash memory support, and a familiar Pico-compatible form factor. Whether you’re prototyping IoT solutions, working on embedded automation, or developing educational projects, this board is designed to meet your needs.

Specifications:

• Microcontroller: STM32F411CEU6 (100MHz ARM Cortex-M4 with FPU)
• Memory: 512KB Flash + Optional 8MB External Flash, 128KB SRAM
• USB Interface: USB Type-C for power & programming
• Buttons & LEDs: Boot, Reset, User Button, and User LED
• GPIO: Full breakout for key GPIOs
• Debugging: Onboard Debug Pins
• Programming Support: C/C++, Arduino, MicroPython, CircuitPython

Dragon411-micro – Compact, Yet Powerful

For projects where space is a constraint, the Dragon411-micro provides the same STM32F411 power in a compact form factor. Ideal for miniaturized robotics, wearable tech, and space-limited embedded applications, this board offers castellated edges for direct PCB-to-PCB soldering, making it perfect for production-ready designs and modular circuits.

Specifications:

• Microcontroller: STM32F411CEU6 (100MHz ARM Cortex-M4 with FPU)
• Memory: 512KB Flash, 128KB SRAM
• USB Interface: USB Type-C
• Buttons: Boot & Reset
• GPIO: Essential GPIO Breakout
• Debugging: Onboard Debug Pins
• Programming Support: C/C++, Arduino, MicroPython, CircuitPython

One of the standout features of Dragon411 is its Pico-compatible form factor, allowing seamless compatibility with Raspberry Pi Pico HATs. This means you can easily integrate displays, sensors, communication modules, and motor drivers without any additional modifications—perfect for rapid prototyping!

Developers have the flexibility to code with their preferred tools and languages. The Dragon411 series supports: 

• C/C++
• Arduino IDE
• MicroPython
• CircuitPython

Whether you're developing quick prototypes or production-grade firmware, Dragon411 ensures an efficient and flexible development experience.

If you’re looking for a powerful yet compact STM32 development board with a Raspberry Pi Pico-compatible form factor, USB-C connectivity, and cross-platform programming support, then Dragon411 is a game-changer. Whether you’re a beginner exploring microcontrollers, an educator teaching embedded systems, or a professional building industrial automation solutions, this board has something for everyone. Dragon411 isnow live on Kickstarter! Don’t miss your chance to grab this powerful STM32F411 development board and revolutionize your embedded projects.