Show HN: Turning a Dumb AC Unit Smart (Without Losing My Security Deposit)

Category: other

Tags: home-automation, esp32, stepper-motor, mqtt, diy

Score: 5.3/10 (Innovation: 6, Technical: 5, Documentation: 6, Utility: 5)

This project is a DIY home automation solution that retrofits a dumb AC unit with smart controls using a stepper motor, ESP32, and Home Assistant integration via MQTT. It's interesting because it demonstrates a creative, low-cost, and non-invasive approach to automating legacy appliances without permanent modifications, appealing to hobbyists and tinkerers.

Target audience: DIY enthusiasts, home automation hobbyists, makers

Repository: https://prilik.com/blog/post/automating-ac-nyc/

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