Twinkly LIghts

[boowho]

Hopefully no one gets offended, but I thought I might START with these lights, since I can get set up VERY quickly.  Any recommendations (one way or the other)? Are they just plain junk.

How 'bout starting with a NodeMCU (or several)  as a really cheap way to get started?  (may be a good option to convince the wife)  8-)

Beyond  that maybe a kit that I can solder together my self;  yes I am on a budget.

I just discovered this fascinating hobby;  to add to all my other fascinating hobbies!!   

[keithsw1111]

Node mucus can run about 700 pixels so good as a demo but they don?t scale reliably. A quality controller is worth the money once you get past the should I exam with the trouble and strife.