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+# ESP32-C6 Flashing Instructions
+
+## Quick Flash (Once Device is Detected)
+
+Run the automated script:
+```bash
+./flash_esp32c6.sh
+```
+
+Or manually specify the port:
+```bash
+./flash_esp32c6.sh /dev/cu.usbserial-XXXX
+```
+
+## Manual Flash Command
+
+If you know the serial port, use this one-liner:
+
+```bash
+cd /Users/indianaholmessr/Documents/iamDEV/ai && \
+/opt/homebrew/bin/esptool --chip esp32c6 --port /dev/cu.YOUR_PORT_HERE \
+  erase-flash && \
+/opt/homebrew/bin/esptool --chip esp32c6 --port /dev/cu.YOUR_PORT_HERE \
+  write-flash 0x0 bootloader.bin 0x8000 partitions.bin 0x10000 firmware.bin
+```
+
+## Steps to Flash
+
+1. **Connect ESP32-C6 via USB** to your Mac
+
+2. **Put device in download mode:**
+   - Hold the **BOOT** button
+   - Press and release the **RESET** button
+   - Release the **BOOT** button
+
+3. **Find the serial port:**
+   ```bash
+   ls -1 /dev/cu.* | grep -v Bluetooth
+   ```
+   Look for ports like `/dev/cu.usbserial-XXXX` or `/dev/cu.wchusbserialXXXX`
+
+4. **Run the flash script:**
+   ```bash
+   ./flash_esp32c6.sh
+   ```
+
+## Memory Layout
+
+- Bootloader: `0x0`
+- Partition Table: `0x8000`
+- Firmware: `0x10000`
+
+## Troubleshooting
+
+- **Device not detected**: Make sure it's in download mode (BOOT button sequence)
+- **Port busy**: Close any serial monitor or other programs using the port
+- **Permission denied**: You may need to add your user to the `dialout` group or use `sudo` (not recommended)
+