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ESP32 Code Deployment and Server Setup Documentation

1. Downloading Code to the ESP32

1. Open the Arduino IDE:

   • Open the .ino file located in the esp32 directory using the Arduino IDE.

2. Configure Secrets:

   • Navigate to the secrets.h file.
   • Fill in the required information (such as WiFi credentials, Hardware Pins, etc.) as specified by your project.

3. Obtain Server IP Address:

   • Refer to the Server Setup section to get the IP address of your server.
   • Update the IP address in your secrets.h to match the server IP.

4. Flash the ESP32:

   • Follow the hardware documentation to upload the code to your ESP32.

2. Wiring Instructions

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2. Wiring Configuration:

   • Wiring configurations may vary depending on the ESP32 model you're using.
   • Refer to your specific hardware's datasheet for pin configurations.

3. Running the Server

1. Prerequisites:

   • Ensure you have Node.js and npm (Node Package Manager) installed on your machine.

2. Install Server Dependencies:

   • Navigate to the server directory in your terminal or command prompt.
   • Run the following command to install the necessary dependencies:

     npm install

3. Start the Server:

   • To run the server, execute the following command:

     node index.mjs

4. Retrieving Your Server IP Address

To obtain the server's IP address (required for configuration in secrets.h):

On Windows:

1. Open the Command Prompt by searching for "cmd" in the start menu or pressing Win + R and typing cmd.
2. Run the following command:

   ipconfig

3. Locate your specific network adapter (e.g., Wi-Fi or Ethernet).
4. Use the IPv4 address associated with that network adapter. This will be the server's IP address.

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Additional Notes:

• Ensure your ESP32 and server are connected to the same network.
• If you encounter issues with the server or ESP32 connectivity, verify firewall settings and network configurations.