Home Assistant and ESPHome How-to Series 1: Step 2 – ESPHome Add-on
Install the ESPHome Add-on in Home Assistant. Discus basic features of ESPHome add-on.
Home Assistant and ESPHome How-to Series 1: Step 1- Overview and Parts
Welcome to the first post that will explore one of these options ESPHome. Home Assistant has many options for devices. ESPHome is one of the most versatile. See why in…
Oops I did it again!!!
Did what? Well, I broke wordpress and spent most of the day fixing it!!! Needless to say, I am going to document this for future references. Heck, hope it helps…
HowTo: Add daytime running lights to 1997 – 2003 Ford F-150.
There is a way to do this but it required a relay and a repin of a connector. I will write a how to based on my 2003 Ford F-150.…
Home Assistant Howto: Auto Main Shutoff
This is an example of how to get the auto water valve I purchased of Amazon.com to automatically shut off the water in the event of a detected leak. I…
Frigate: User Authentication with HAProxy on pfSense
So when setting up Frigate I realized that it is not secure and does not support any type of authentication. Therefore, it allowed anyone in without any security checks. Well,…
Frigate is Awesome
So I have tried may options for configuring nvr (Network Video Recorder) systems in the past. ZoneMinder is also very good for a basic system. However, Frigate takes nvr to…
Just Joined Keysight
Hello all, just joined Keysight to better understand the electronics and measurement world. Very cool stuff out there! It also gives you the ability to see some of the latest…
Basic MOSFET Switches
So, fundamental to many electronic projects is switching. Also, switching is where a MOSFET can really shine. Why? Because most have a low on resistance and require voltage to turn…
Get PlatformIO and serialupdi Working
For starters I am working with ATTiny 1626 micros. I have been using an Arduino UNO to burn them from PlatformIO up until now. So, how can I get AvrDude…