Introduction

Important

Until repository management has been adequately delegated it is recommended to use the @Rhizomatic-Systems Grow Dojo repository for more up-to-date information. Forking can be done from either repo.

An opensource modular and scaleable agricultural environment monitor and controller for any crop, any where in the world, using any cultivation method such as:

• hydroponics
• traditional
• aquaponics
• aeroponics
• greenhouse
• closed environment

Project aims: 🎯

• To be approachable for people new to art and science of devops and/or plant production by providing educational resources.
• Able to be replicated using easily accessible parts.
• Level of complexity to be determined by each maker.
• Provide a part of the technical solution to the politically exasperated problem of food scarcity.

Concept 💡

The GrowDojo Ethos 🧬

These are some of the guiding philosophies that shape how the project develops and its function:

• Dentralization
• Peer-based-production
• Privacy and Anonymity
• Trustless
• Apolitical
• Right-to-Repair

Tools Used / Contributions 🛠

Hardware, Languages, Protocols, and Programs ⚒️

This is an (expanding) list of the tools and the skill to use them required for GrowDojo development (not necessarily deployment): Potentials:

• ASCIIdoc
• JSON
• PHP
• Lua
• ParaSail
• Blockchain

Hardware Considerations/Requirements 🪛

Design is based on the idea that a Raspberry Pi (model pending) is the "biggest" system needed for operators, yet will still be compatible with x86 and other larger systems, with Linux being the operating system.

For Developer-Operators there is obviously the need to connect various Arduino and Raspberry Pi models - micro controllers and Single Board Computers (SBCs) using whatever system and programs that you are familiar/comfortable using.

Tip

Those new to DevOps can find recommendations within the EDUCATION section of the docs.

Contributions Beyond Code 👥️

There are many ways to contribute to The GrowDojo Project that do not require the use of code.

Beta Testers (Operators) 🌱

Volunteer to become a beta tester. This requires you to be active in the community to give feedback and suggestions.

Artists 🖌

Any form of art related to the project in any media, such as drawing, technical drawing, logos & icons, photos, video, etc...

Miscellaneous 🗃

Technical documents, document translations, community moderators and admins, researchers, etc...

Financial Contributors 💸

Please see TIPJAR.md for Contribution methods. Financial contributions allow for:

• More dev experimentation and testing
• Providing small financial rewards to contributors
• Running the GrowDojo infrastructure (paying for services such as hosting)

CONTACT 🗣

Important

Refer to CONTACT.md to choose the best method of communication for your current situation and the most recent information regarding forms of contact.

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BEYOND GITHUB ➡️

Social Media 📢

Version Control Systems 🪖

Important

Currently evaluating version control systems that align with true FOSS ethos. Self hosting is inevitable.

• dev.io

Community 💬

Forums 🌐

EDUCATION SOURCES 📚

This project will try as much as possible to cater to those new to contributing to FOSS projects. The EDU_SOURCES.md file contains a list of resources ranging from tech to Horticulture.

• Arduino, Raspberry Pi, ESP32
• Linux, BASH
• Networking, TCP/IP, Reticulum
• CS50
• Coding Books 📚
• Coding Sites 🌐

The GrowDojo Student Project 🧠

A seperate repository that aims to provide cross-curriculum STEAM lessons for students from homeschool to public school. If you are a teacher and/or parent please check GrowDojo Students repo for more information.