The search for the definitive DIY photo frame software

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  • Openframe

    Openframe Frame Controller (alpha)

  • Openframe, the photo frame software I found the most about, is as far as I can tell down. Attempting to run it on my pi runs into ERROR: The server is not available. And the solution would be to rewrite some of the code yourself which kinda defeats the purpose and does not bode well for the project going forward.

  • Dynaframe3

    Dynamic Photo and Video Slideshow system for SBC (such as Raspberry pi)

  • The free software version is missing one of the files needed for install. Which both means that it's not in a state that is installable currently, and even if it were added back it still suggests this project isn't going to be well supported going forward.

  • SurveyJS

    Open-Source JSON Form Builder to Create Dynamic Forms Right in Your App. With SurveyJS form UI libraries, you can build and style forms in a fully-integrated drag & drop form builder, render them in your JS app, and store form submission data in any backend, inc. PHP, ASP.NET Core, and Node.js.

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  • MagicMirror

    MagicMirror² is an open source modular smart mirror platform. With a growing list of installable modules, the MagicMirror² allows you to convert your hallway or bathroom mirror into your personal assistant.

  • The final option seems to be basically homebrewing a solution using a program like MagicMirror and local image files installed on the pi. There quite a few guides out there on different ways to do this. But

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