I've been trying to get Home Assistant up and running with ESPHome on my machine. I heard that using Docker is supposed to be the easiest way to do this, so I've set up Home Assistant in a Docker container. Docker is configured to connect to Wi-Fi automatically, and it shows that it has a connection, but I'm having trouble connecting to the Home Assistant web UI. Any advice on troubleshooting this?
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If you're just getting started, I highly recommend using a Raspberry Pi for Home Assistant. It's pretty straightforward to set up and will give you a solid foundation to learn the system before diving into more complex installations. Trust me, there's a lot to absorb!
Honestly, I think setting it up using a virtual machine might be easier than Docker. You get more control and it’s generally more user-friendly, though you might need a USB dongle for Wi-Fi if your computer is running it. Just something to consider!
Yeah, my computer is set up to run on Wi-Fi. That could be a hurdle for VM, thanks for the tip!