A little room to make things.
GutsyMaker is a personal notebook for DIY projects and a smarter home.
I’m building small things for everyday life, and keeping notes along the way.
This is a place to document the process: what I am trying to make, what I still need to understand, and what I learn as the work develops.
Starting at the workbench.
The first project is a DIY water purifier controller. Sample boards have been made and assembly is underway; firmware and testing are still ahead.
Follow the build →What you’ll find here
- DIY electronics
- Boards, parts, assembly, and the questions that come with making something.
- Home Assistant
- Ideas for bringing useful devices into Home Assistant and ESPHome.
- Everyday repairs
- Progress, limitations, and test results once the tests have happened.