As I continue my journey into the world of smart home automation, I’ve encountered both triumphs and challenges. One recurring issue I’ve faced is with smart plugs controlling my A/V equipment. After a few months of use, the relays on these plugs tend to stick in the ‘on’ position, making it impossible to turn them off without manually tapping them. This has happened across various brands, including Tuya WiFi, Tuya Z-Wave, and Blitzwolf Zigbee. I suspect this might be due to the high power draw from devices like my Yamaha amplifier. Has anyone found a reliable solution or alternative devices that handle such loads better? I’d love to hear your experiences and recommendations!
On another note, I’ve been diving into optimizing my openHAB setup. I’ve noticed that the CPU usage spikes periodically, reaching 20-30%, which is concerning. While the average load settles around 4-5%, these spikes make me wonder if there’s room for optimization. Through some troubleshooting, I identified a specific thread related to SSE (Server-Sent Events) that seems to be the culprit. It’s been a bit of a puzzle, but I’m hopeful that with the right adjustments, I can smooth out these performance hiccups. If anyone has tips or insights on identifying and resolving CPU-intensive parts in openHAB, I’d be grateful for your input!
Lastly, I’ve been experimenting with using Jinja templates to streamline my configuration files. My goal is to reduce clutter and make my setup more scalable. While I’ve had some success, there are still areas where I’m hitting roadblocks. For instance, I’m trying to create a loop for multiple shell commands but haven’t quite nailed the syntax yet. Any advice or examples on effectively using Jinja for repetitive tasks would be invaluable!
Overall, it’s been a mix of learning and problem-solving, but I’m excited to keep pushing the boundaries of my smart home setup. Let’s keep the discussions flowing and share our experiences to help each other overcome these challenges!