OpenAPI or gRPC is a better path forward

Posted Nov 3, 2025 1:38 UTC (Mon) by Rudd-O (guest, #61155)
In reply to: OpenAPI or gRPC is a better path forward by ssmith32
Parent article: The "impossibly small" Microdot web framework

Actually it's perfect for that problem domain, and that S exactly how ESPHome solves that exact problem — gRPC on device (ESP / RP2040) when communicating with clients like Home Assistant. Works beautifully, is fast, and supports encryption too.