DIY Smart Lighting: Setup WLED Lights with ESP32 in Home Assistant

Welcome to the ultimate guide on setting up WLED lights with an ESP32 in Home Assistant! 🌟 In this step-by-step tutorial, I’ll walk you through the entire process of integrating WLED lights with your ESP32 and configuring them in Home Assistant. Whether you're a DIY enthusiast or new to smart home automation, this video will provide clear instructions and helpful tips to make the setup seamless. What You'll Learn: Prerequisites: What you'll need before starting. Wiring & Hardware Setup: How to connect your ESP32 with WLED lights. Software Configuration: Flashing the WLED firmware onto the ESP32. Home Assistant Integration: Adding and configuring your WLED lights in Home Assistant for easy control. By the end of this video, you'll have a fully functional smart lighting setup that you can control with ease. Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell to stay updated with more smart home tips and tutorials! Timestamps: 00:00 - 06:21 Introduction and background 06:22 - 08:39 Required Materials 08:40 - 11:56 Flashing WLED Firmware 11:57 - 19:09 Wiring 19:10 - 23:42 WLED software control 23:43 - 27:27 Integrating with Home Assistant 27:28 - 28:22 Conclusion Links & Resources: WLED Firmware Download: https://kno.wled.ge ESP32 Guide: https://esphome.io/components/esp32.html Home Assistant Integration Documentation: https://www.home-assistant.io/integra... Related videos: ESP32 setup in Home Assistant:    • Ultimate ESP32 Setup Guide for Home A...   Getting started with Home Assistant automations:    • Introduction to Home Assistant Automa...   Feel free to drop any questions or comments below. Happy automating! 🚀