> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://wiki.codeandcompile.com/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://wiki.codeandcompile.com/product-reviews/smart-devices/ctrlx-core.md). # ctrlX CORE ## All in one: The ultra-compact control system for automation

ctrlX AUTOMATION

“One control system for everything” means less engineering, fewer components and higher productivity. The modular software toolkit is based on the latest app technology and opens up new degrees of freedom when producing, providing and using functions. [Learn more](https://apps.boschrexroth.com/microsites/ctrlx-automation/en/portfolio/ctrlx-core/) ### Video Lessons 1. [01- Using ctrlX CORE as PLC and Node-RED Server](/product-reviews/smart-devices/ctrlx-core/01-using-ctrlx-core-as-plc-and-node-red-server.md) 2. [02- Using ctrlX CORE as MQTT Broker](/product-reviews/smart-devices/ctrlx-core/02-using-ctrlx-core-as-mqtt-broker.md) 3. [03- Interfacing ctrlX CORE with ctrlX I/O via EtherCAT](/product-reviews/smart-devices/ctrlx-core/03-interfacing-ctrlx-core-with-ctrlx-i-o-via-ethercat.md) 4. [04- Introducing ctrlX CORE IDE App](/product-reviews/smart-devices/ctrlx-core/04-introducing-ctrlx-core-ide-app.md) 5. [05- Connecting OT with IT using Bosch DeviceBridge app](/product-reviews/smart-devices/ctrlx-core/05-connecting-ot-with-it-using-bosch-devicebridge-app.md) 6. [06- Interfacing ctrlX CORE with IO-Link master using EtherCAT](/product-reviews/smart-devices/ctrlx-core/06-interfacing-ctrlx-core-with-io-link-master-using-ethercat.md) 7. [07- ctrlX CORE as HMI- Part 1](/product-reviews/smart-devices/ctrlx-core/07-ctrlx-core-as-hmi-part-1.md) 8. [08- ctrlX CORE as HMI- Part 2](/product-reviews/smart-devices/ctrlx-core/08-ctrlx-core-as-hmi-part-2.md) ### Software and Hardware Check this page for relevant hardware and software information [Hardware and Software](/resources/hardware-and-software.md)