Home Automation

Moving OpenHAB config changes from IDE to chat via OpenClaw and a dedicated sub-agent.

I spent 5 hours letting GitHub Copilot Agent build a complete Node.js app that acts as a BLE-MQTT gateway for my home automation system. Here's what happened when I let AI do virtually all the coding.

After using NextDNS for parental controls, I've moved to a local AdGuard Home setup with OpenHAB integration for even better control over what my kids can access on our home network.

A deep dive into creating a local API control system for Blueair Air Purifiers using Node.js and MQTT, replacing the Blue Air Cloud service, making everything better - well, mostly...

A battery operated catdoor opener & closer. It uses ESPHome running on an ESP8266 microcontroller in a 3d printed enclosure, controlled from OpenHAB. Now the cat waits for it to open at 6AM :)

My first WLED project and introduction to playing with RGB addressable LED strips. This is a 'mountain peaks' wall art design for my son's bedroom. Doubles as a handy reading or night light!

Javascript rules for OpenHAB home automation to allow control of Parental Control rules managed in NextDNS.