WLEDger – Open-source inventory manager with visual part locating

Summary: WLEDger is an open-source inventory management system that integrates with WLED to visually locate physical parts by lighting up LEDs on storage racks. It combines inventory tracking with interactive, real-world part finding, improving efficiency in managing electronic components and other items.

What it does

WLEDger allows users to search for parts and highlights their exact physical location using WLED-controlled LED strips or matrices. It runs on lightweight technologies like Go, SQLite, and HTMX, and can be self-hosted via Docker on various hardware including Raspberry Pi.

Who it's for

It is designed for makers, workshops, labs, and hobbyists who need to manage and quickly locate physical inventory in shared or personal setups.

Why it matters

WLEDger solves the problem of inefficient part retrieval by providing a visual, interactive way to find components, reducing time spent searching and preventing over-purchasing.