Omote Web Configurator
An enhanced fork of the open-source Omote smart remote, expanding its capabilities with Home Assistant integration, Wi-Fi connectivity, Bluetooth improvements, custom hardware, and advanced automation features.
Omote is an excellent open-source project with a passionate community, but I found myself wanting new features faster than they were being developed.
Rather than waiting, I decided to dive into the codebase myself.
What began as a few personal modifications quickly grew into a substantial extension of the platform. I redesigned portions of the firmware, improved Home Assistant integration, experimented with ESP32-based companion hardware, designed custom PCBs, and explored new approaches for Bluetooth, IR control, and device automation.
Working on an existing open-source project also challenged me in a different way than building something from scratch. I had to understand someone else's architecture, respect existing design decisions, and add new functionality while maintaining compatibility with the broader ecosystem.
The project continues to evolve as I explore new hardware designs and smarter ways of interacting with connected devices.
Rather than waiting, I decided to dive into the codebase myself.
What began as a few personal modifications quickly grew into a substantial extension of the platform. I redesigned portions of the firmware, improved Home Assistant integration, experimented with ESP32-based companion hardware, designed custom PCBs, and explored new approaches for Bluetooth, IR control, and device automation.
Working on an existing open-source project also challenged me in a different way than building something from scratch. I had to understand someone else's architecture, respect existing design decisions, and add new functionality while maintaining compatibility with the broader ecosystem.
The project continues to evolve as I explore new hardware designs and smarter ways of interacting with connected devices.