Not satisfied with the handheld remote control for his outdoor patio lights, [timabram] decided to build an automatic timer using an ESP8266. He’s using a set of string lights from Costco, but as you ...

Maybe you love displaying giant inflatable ghosts, strings of spooky lights, fog machines, or strobe lights at this time of year. But programming light timers to turn everything on and off each night?

Having the right outside lighting can really boost your exterior and lift your mood when it’s cold and dark outside. And while the correct outside lighting can add a soft ambient glow to your yard, it ...