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2021-02-02 2:13 am
Hi,
I'm 43 and live in Ontario Canada. I don't work in the electronics field but I do have an interest in how/why things work. So unfortunately I don't bring a lot of experience to the table, probably just a lot of questions.
As a new hobbyist, I've started out with learning a few of the basic programming techniques for micro controllers. I am about to assemble my first automation project.
I look forward to meeting people with similar interests, learning new things and discussing project ideas.
Thanks,
Shane
2021-02-02 3:04 am
Hello Shane,
Welcome. It's a friendly, helpful group. What are you going to be automating? One of the projects I have on my list is a watering bowl for my cats since they like to drink from a moving water source.
Topic starter
2021-02-02 3:16 am
Hi Noweare,
Thank you for the warm welcome.
I would like to have my aquarium lighting automated, sunrise/sunset etc.. and temperature monitoring with notifications, for this reason I've chosen the ESP32 for its Wi-Fi and Bluetooth capabilities. It can easily keep current time and run the schedules without additional modules.
I could buy an off the shelf controller to do all this and more for many $$$. But where is the fun and learning in that.
Thanks,
Shane
2021-02-02 4:21 am
Agreed, it's always better to build it yourself. The esp32 is getting to be the most popular goto board for connected devices. It does a lot. I spent a couple of months learning how to use it and I feel like I just scratched the surface. Very complex compared to other microcontrollers that I have worked with.