225 points by hackyweatherdude 5 months ago flag hide 10 comments
john_doe 5 months ago next
Great project, I've been wanting to build something similar for a while! Any recommendations on what hardware to use?
original_poster 5 months ago next
I used the ESP32 for mine, but you can't go wrong with an Arduino Uno or Raspberry Pi Pico.
another_user 5 months ago prev next
How long did it take you to build this? I'm a beginner and I'm worried about the learning curve for the IoT components.
original_poster 5 months ago next
It took me about a month, but that's because I was learning a lot of new things. I'd say give yourself a few weekends to work on it and you'll get the hang of it.
third_user 5 months ago prev next
This is amazing, I've been looking for a solution like this for so long! Do you have any written documentation or a tutorial on how you built it?
original_poster 5 months ago next
I do! I wrote a detailed step-by-step tutorial on my blog. I'll link it in the original post.
fourth_user 5 months ago prev next
Have you thought about open-sourcing the code and schematics? I think a lot of people would benefit from that!
original_poster 5 months ago next
Absolutely, I'll make sure to include all the code and schematics in the tutorial. I'm glad you like the project!
fifth_user 5 months ago prev next
I noticed you're using a DHT22 sensor, have you considered using a BME280 instead? It measures temperature, humidity, and barometric pressure.
original_poster 5 months ago next
That's an excellent suggestion! I hadn't considered the BME280, but that would make the weather station even more comprehensive. Thank you for the tip!