Summary

In this chapter, we enhanced our knowledge related to sensors and actuators by focusing on hacking a commercial device. This was accomplished by installing firmware that can be customized according to what is needed. We presented some motivations behind the hacking execution and highlighted how to choose a device to be hacked.

You learned about the tools required to perform the hacking process and the steps required to upload Tasmota firmware, and later, how to configure it from the actuator perspective and Home Assistant perspective.

We added more information to this chapter by explaining how to configure commercial integration in Home Assistant for an outlet plug device without the need to hack it.

We wrapped up the content by teaching you how to install the actuator we hacked in this chapter. This included the presentation of the common tools and materials used and a step-by-step sequence of physical preparation, installation, and testing. In addition to that, a...