Tinkering contest inspiration

The following projects all use an ESP32

• No extra hardware:
  • GUI to upload other projects to ESP32
• Some extra hardware:
  • Wifi bridge for infrared remote control
  • 'ESPFLIX', an ESP32 as a 'chromecast like device' for old school displays (composite)
• Home automation:
  • Use an ESP32 to read analog meters using computer vision
  • Automated balcony shade
  • Low power soil monitor
• Lockdown relevant projects:
  • ‘FreeTouchDeck’ for video conferences
• Because lasers:
  • DIY Laser tag
  • Display pretty shapes with lasers and mirrors (Laser Galvos)
• Fixing outdated appliances:
  • Giving an old smart-bulb a new controller
  • Adding new features to a 1990 home alarm system
  • Building a dishwasher from scratch