I previously created a tutorial showcasing HomeKit integration using Hombridge on a Mac. However, leaving a Mac running 24/7 is not a feasible option for some people, thus I decided to create a tutorial for Raspberry Pi, as it is an affordable alternative solution. If you aren’t familiar with Raspberry Pi, I recommend purchasing a Starter Kit. It comes with everything you need to get started (including preinstalled software), however you will also need a monitor, keyboard, and mouse for the initial setup. Afterwards, you can enable VNC on your Pi so you can remotely connect to it (Screen Sharing).
Owner of “pdlove” and name of “homebridge-smartthings” and branch of “master” and then click save.
Obtain the local IP Address of your Raspberry Pi and note it down. It should be something like 192.168.x.x or 10.0.1.x
Download the config.json file (right click and download) and launch it with your favorite code editor app. (TextEdit won’t work) I am using TextWrangler.
Replace the APP ID and APP TOKEN you previously copied from the SmartThing’s app. And input your Raspberry Pi local IP.
Transfer the config.json to your Pi (email/flash drive) and place it in the /home/pi/.homebridge directory.
On Terminal input “homebridge” to run homebridge. You will see the pair code that you can implement in the “Home App” as an accessory on your iOS Device.
That’s It! If you ever need to shutdown Homebridge simply type ctrl c.
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UPDATE SEPT. 21 2017:
IF YOU GET AN ERROR – USE TERMINAL COMMAND:
sudo npm install -g –unsafe-perm homebridge
sudo npm install -g –unsafe-perm homebridge-smartthings
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