NodeMCU_REST_Relay

A simple http REST webserver in a NodeMCU (ESP8266) microcontroller with a Relay.

Installation and Flash

Clone the repo. Then:

• Install Arduino IDE
• From Arduino IDE:
  • File > PRefernces and paste following url in "Additional Bords": https://arduino.esp8266.com/stable/package_esp8266com_index.json
  • Tools > Board menu and install esp8266 platform
  • Sketch > Include Liobrary > Manage Libraries and install ArduinoJson
• Install CH34x or CP210X drivers depending on your NodeMCU (bigger is 0.9 needs CH34x, smaller is 1.0 and needs CP210x)
• Copy example_secrets.h to secrets.h and set your wifi credentials
• If needed change the static IP address
• Connect, select the COM port and flash

API

A complete API with example can be found here.

The API are:

• simple webserver on '/'
• POST on '/control' with json like {"relay": false} or {"relay": false} to change realy state
• GET on '/status' that answers with {"status": "on"} or {"status": "off"}