Will My ESP32 POE Smart Home Sensor Work? (Almost Fried My Network Switch!)

Will My ESP32 POE Smart Home Sensor Work? (Almost Fried My Network Switch!) Join me as I assemble and test the first prototype of my custom smart home sensor board! In this video, I walk through the complete process of building an ESP32-based sensor with Power over Ethernet capabilities. Watch as I tackle challenges like applying solder paste, placing tiny surface-mount components, and troubleshooting power issues. Key highlights: - Professional PCB assembly with PCBWay boards - Surface mount component placement - Power over Ethernet circuit testing - ESP32 firmware flashing - Real-time problem-solving and debugging See how I transform a bare PCB into a functional smart home sensor, including an unexpected power connection fix! Perfect for anyone interested in electronics DIY, smart home technology, or PCB assembly. #Electronics #SmartHome #ESP32 #DIY #PCBAssembly #IoT Thank you PCBWay! https://pcbway.com 0:00 Intro & Project Overview 0:22 PCBWay Sponsor Introduction 0:38 PCB & Stencil Inspection 1:42 Assembly Strategy & Planning 2:29 Applying Solder Paste 4:05 Component Placement 6:16 First Power-Up Test 7:07 Troubleshooting Power Issues 9:15 ESP32 Firmware Flashing 12:56 Testing Ethernet Connection 13:43 Outro