Techno Broadlink

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A Docker container for BroadLink devices with a REST API and React UI

Overview

The Docker Build Status for BroadLink devices is an innovative solution designed to enhance your smart home experience. With a focus on ease of use, this Docker container hosts both an HTTP Web API and a user-friendly interface, making it possible to send commands to your BroadLink devices seamlessly over your local network. It's perfect for those who want to integrate their smart devices into a unified ecosystem while enjoying the flexibility that Docker offers.

Compatibility is a highlight of this tool, as it's been tested with both RM3 and RM4 devices. The open nature of the project allows for many BroadLink devices to be supported, making it a versatile addition to your home automation toolkit. Instructions for setup are readily available, making it easy for users to get started without extensive technical knowledge.

Features

  • User-Friendly Web UI: The web interface is hosted on port 10981, allowing for straightforward interactions with your BroadLink devices from any browser.

  • Robust Web API: Also accessible on port 10981, the Web API allows users to automate commands programmatically, enhancing integration with other systems.

  • Device Compatibility: Tested with RM3 and RM4 models, it claims compatibility with a range of BroadLink devices, offering great versatility for users.

  • Community Support: Developed by Techno Tim, the project leverages contributions from the community, ensuring continuous updates and improvements.

  • Postman Collection Included: Easy testing and exploration of the API capabilities with a provided Postman collection.

  • Docker-based Deployment: The containerized approach facilitates easy installation and management across different environments without the need for extensive setup.

  • Open Source: Building on mjg59/python-broadlink, it gives users the ability to customize and contribute to the project, fostering a collaborative ecosystem.

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Flask

Flask is a lightweight and popular web framework for Python, known for its simplicity and flexibility. It is widely used to build web applications, providing a minimalistic approach to web development with features like routing, templates, and support for extensions.

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React

React is a widely used JavaScript library for building user interfaces and single-page applications. It follows a component-based architecture and uses a virtual DOM to efficiently update and render UI components

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Docker

A website that uses Docker for containerization to streamline development, testing, and deployment workflows. This includes features such as containerization of dependencies, automated builds and deployments, and container orchestration to ensure scalability and availability.