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Go Time: Golang, Software Engineering

Home automation with Go

Sep 10, 2024
Mike Riley and Ricardo Gerardi, co-authors of "Automate Your Home Using Go," delve into the exciting realm of home automation with Go. They share their journey transitioning from Python, practical advice for Raspberry Pi projects, and how tools like Prometheus can enhance automation. The duo highlights real-world applications, from a weather-responsive lighting system to a wildlife photography bird feeder. Their hands-on experiences emphasize the balance between using existing solutions and customizing systems, igniting curiosity in coders at all levels.
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Quick takeaways

  • Using Go programming for home automation simplifies deployment due to its ability to compile into single executables for various hardware platforms.
  • Listeners are guided through setting up IoT projects with basic Go knowledge, emphasizing the accessibility of tools like Raspberry Pi.

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