ESP32 Home Automation Project

This project implements a home automation system using an ESP32 Dev Module. Follow the instructions below to set up and run the project.

Hardware Requirements

• ESP32 Dev Module
• USB Cable for programming
• Your home automation peripherals (relays,four male to female connecting wires)

ESP32 Dev Module Pin Layout

Software Setup Instructions (Windows)

1. Install Visual Studio Code

   • Download and install VSCode from https://code.visualstudio.com/

2. Install PlatformIO Extension

   • Open VSCode
   • Go to Extensions (Ctrl+Shift+X)
   • Search for "PlatformIO IDE"
   • Click Install

3. Clone/Setup the Project

   • Clone this repository or download the code
   • Open VSCode
   • Click "Open Folder" and select the project directory

4. Configure the Project

   • Open platformio.ini to verify the configuration
   • Update the WiFi credentials in the code (change your wifi ssid and password)
   • The default board configuration should be:

     [env:esp32dev]
     platform = espressif32
     board = esp32dev
     framework = arduino

5. Install Dependencies

   • PlatformIO will automatically install required dependencies
   • Wait for the process to complete (check the PlatformIO status bar)

Building and Uploading

1. Connect ESP32

   • Connect your ESP32 to your computer via USB
   • Windows should automatically install drivers
   • If not, install CP210x USB driver manually

2. Select COM Port

   • Device Manager will show the COM port
   • Note this port number for troubleshooting

3. Upload Code

   • Click the PlatformIO Upload button (→) or
   • Use Ctrl+Alt+U to upload(or choose upload framework image from the platformio menu)

Accessing the Web Interface

1. After uploading, open Serial Monitor in VSCode
2. The ESP32 will print its IP address (e.g., 192.168.178.81)
3. Open your web browser and enter this IP address
4. The web interface will be accessible on your local network

Troubleshooting

• If upload fails:

  • Check USB connection
  • Verify COM port
  • Hold BOOT button while uploading
  • Press EN (reset) button after upload

• If web interface is not accessible:

  • Verify WiFi credentials
  • Check ESP32's IP address in Serial Monitor
  • Ensure you're on the same network

Support

For issues and questions, please open an issue in the repository.