Set up a Raspberry Pi to load a web dashboard

README.md

Dashboards on Raspberry Pi

curl -L 'http://git.io/h1iuxQ' | sh

raspberry_dash.sh

#!/usr/bin bash
PI_DASH_CONFIG_FILE="/etc/xdg/lxsession/LXDE/autostart"
PI_DASH_BOOT_FILE="/home/pi/dashboard_boot.sh"

sudo apt-get update && apt-get upgrade -y # Update the Pi
sudo apt-get install chromium             # Get Chromium


sudo apt-get install x11-xserver-utils    # Get x11 server utils
sudo apt-get install unclutter            # Unclutter hides the mouse

sudo echo '@xset s off' >> $PI_DASH_CONFIG_FILE        # Turn off screensaver
sudo echo '@xset -dpms' >> $PI_DASH_CONFIG_FILE        # Turn off power saving
sudo echo '@xset s noblank' >> $PI_DASH_CONFIG_FILE    # Disable screen blanking

sudo echo $PI_DASH_BOOT_FILE >> $PI_DASH_CONFIG_FILE # run script to load dashboard

echo '#!/usr/bin bash' > $PI_DASH_BOOT_FILE
echo 'chromium-browser --kiosk --new-window http://mydashboard.mysite.com/' >> $PI_DASH_BOOT_FILE

echo "Modify $PI_DASH_BOOT_FILE to change which webpage to load at boot"

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Cool project! If you’re setting up a dashboard on a Raspberry Pi for your home or office, it’s also worth making sure your space stays clean and safe. If you're in Islamabad, I’d recommend checking out pest control services in the area—they can help prevent bugs and rodents that might mess with your setup or wiring over time. Just a small tip for keeping your tech space running smoothly!