Internet of Cats

Internet of Cats

Explore the creation of a web-based cat feeder using Node.js, Socket.io, microcontrollers, and Johnny-Five in this 27-minute JSConf talk. Learn how to solve the common problem of cats waking their owners for early morning feedings through an innovative IoT solution. Follow the speaker's journey of utilizing new technologies for the first time, gaining insights into the learning process and overcoming challenges. Get inspired to start your own projects and contribute to the open-source community as you discover how to build a configurable, remotely-triggered cat food dispenser. Gain practical knowledge on combining web technologies with hardware to create useful home automation solutions.