Hi everyone,
I’m thrilled to join this community and dive into the world of Hubitat! I’ve been experimenting with smart home tech for a while now, and Hubitat has caught my attention for its local ST-like experience. I wanted to share my journey and seek some advice from the experts here.
First off, I must say I’m impressed with the support I’ve encountered so far. It’s reassuring to know there’s a dedicated community backing this platform. However, as someone looking to invest more deeply, I have a lingering concern about Hubitat’s long-term sustainability. While I understand it’s not focused on profitability, I’m curious about how the team plans to maintain support as market saturation grows. I suppose a stable, mature product would be key, but I’m still keeping an eye on developments.
On the practical side, I’ve been working on integrating an ESP32 camera into my setup. It’s been quite the learning curve, but I’m excited about the progress. Here’s a quick rundown of what I’ve done:
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ESP32 Setup: I modified the firmware to support both streaming and single snapshots. It’s running smoothly on my local network.
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Web Interface: I created a simple HTML page to display the camera feed. The auto-refresh feature ensures I always get the latest snapshot.
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OpenHAB Integration: I added a webview to my sitemap, making the camera accessible right from my dashboard. It’s been a great addition for monitoring my garden.
While everything works now, I’m eager to hear if there are more efficient ways or potential improvements I could make. Any tips on optimizing the setup or handling multiple cameras would be invaluable!
Another area I’m exploring is Z-Wave integration. I’ve recently acquired some Aeotec door sensors and am intrigued by their potential. However, I’ve noticed occasional inaccuracies in their readings, which is a bit concerning. I’m wondering if this is a common issue or if there are best practices for ensuring reliable performance.
I’m also on the hunt for reliable smart plugs that work seamlessly with Hubitat. I’ve heard great things about Zigbee options, but I’m not entirely sure where to start. Any recommendations or experiences would be fantastic to hear.
Thank you all for your insights and experiences. I’m looking forward to learning more and contributing to this amazing community!
Best regards,
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