Taste The Code

I make weekly videos of electronics, code and general making

Replacing a Broken AC Wi-Fi Module with an ESPHome IR Bridge

I built a simple infrared controller using an ESP-01 and ESPHome to reconnect my GREE air conditioner to Home Assistant after its original Wi-Fi module failed.

Nov 15, 2025 — 9 mins read

Exploring ESP-NOW: Wireless Communication Between ESP32 Modules

Learn how to set up ESP-NOW for fast, low-power wireless communication between ESP32 devices, including indoor and outdoor range tests and long-range mode.

Aug 15, 2025 — 8 mins read

Worldwide LoRa coverage with some clever tricks

I used the RYLR896 modules and RYC1001 MQTT IoT service from Reyax to create a device that can be controlled through LoRa from anywhere in the world.

Sep 10, 2024 — 10 mins read

Soil Moisture Sensor on batteries with ESP-07 running ESPHome - Start to Finish

I created a battery operated sensor for my smart home setup that uses the ESP07 module and a capacitive soil moisture sensor.

Apr 19, 2024 — 7 mins read

Making a Pellet Level Monitor with HC-SR04 and ESP8266

I made a device to tell me the level of the pellets in my pellet boiler that I use to heat the house.

Feb 28, 2024 — 8 mins read

Smart irrigation system for my garden

I built a custom irrigation controller that integrates with Home Assistant.

Mar 31, 2023 — 3 mins read

No SIM GPS Tracker Using LoRa and Custom Android App

By using LoRa and a GPS receiver, I made a tracker that can work without a SIM card and send out the data to up 8KM.

Jun 29, 2022 — 3 mins read

AC Dimming and AC Motor Speed Control How To with Arduino/NodeMCU

Controlling an AC fan with AC dimmer module and NodeMCU

Jun 05, 2021 — 2 mins read

Controlling a light bulb from Google Sheet

Control any device from Google Sheets

Sep 11, 2020 — 7 mins read

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