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128: To Update, or Not to Update?
Jul 26, 2024
ESPHome developer Keith Burzinski discusses device updates, licensing drama, and DIY server fixes. They talk about auto updates, system crashes, cooling challenges, IoT device development with ESPHome, open-source tools, and financing projects. Topics include release schedules, licensing models, community involvement, and technology upgrades like GPU transcription for podcasts.
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Quick takeaways
- Maintaining offline functionality for IoT devices is crucial for optimal performance.
- ESPHome's integration with Home Assistant focuses on user experience enhancement through voice control advancements.
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Automated Updates and System Stability
Automated updates are discussed in relation to system stability. The negative impact of a CrowdStrike sensor update that affected Windows machines is highlighted. The importance of a robust system update process for highly sensitive systems is emphasized. Suggestions for staggered future deployments and fail-safe mechanisms like auto-rollbacks are considered.
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