pio-device:tldr:702e7

pio-device: List all available serial ports.

$ pio device list

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The command "pio device list" is used to list the connected devices on a system that are compatible with PlatformIO. PlatformIO is an open-source ecosystem for Internet of Things (IoT) development that provides a unified platform for managing and building software for various embedded devices.

When you execute the "pio device list" command, it scans the system for connected devices and displays information about them. This information typically includes the device's unique identifier (ID), name, platform, available serial ports, and additional details depending on the device type.

This command is useful when you need to identify the connected devices and determine their available serial ports or platform information. It allows you to select the appropriate device for development or deployment purposes with PlatformIO.

This explanation was created by an AI. In most cases those are correct. But please always be careful and never run a command you are not sure if it is safe.

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