Python 3 and MQTT support. about waveplus-reader

[orjangj]

Hi stenjo,

Great suggestion on adding python3 support.

I would suggest we do this by making the script compatible with both py2 and py3. E.g. by using the "six" python module, instead of having multiple scripts.

Anyway, I'm on leave until next week, so I wont be able to review your suggestions in more detail until then.

[stenjo]

Just tested my fork with both python 2 anf python 3 and both seems to be working. Should i make a pull-request so you could evaluate?

[jjanderson]

Hi,

Is this available yet? Specifically looking for MQTT support.

Thanks

[stenjo]

Have not had the time to update this PR according to orjangj's request but it works continuously in my apps at home. pulling info every 10 minutes or so.
Have not managed to make it work with the latest 2nd Gen firmware - but otherwise OK.
#8

[jjanderson]

Thanks for hte update. Are you able to detail the MQTT message topics generated that one needs to subscribe to in order to get the sensor data?

[stenjo]

In the PR there is an waveplus.items file containing the openhab items definitions. There you will find indications on the topics the information is published on.
The README.md file contains a more detailed description of the format.

[jjanderson]

any idea when this will be merged?

[stenjo]

Currently, I'm thinking most likely not.
Python 2.7 is no longer supported, and the repo owner is not happy adding the MQTT support to this. In addition it seems to be an issue with Gen 2 devices - that I have not had time or the opportunity to fix.
My suggestion is to use this PR as your source if it contains features you need - otherwise you are advised to use the original code.