Telegram - ESP8266

This is a guide on setting up the telegram bot using a Wemos D1 mini.

Telegram Setup

1. Install telegram on either the phone, tablet or desktop.
2. Search for BotFather from all users search menu.
3. Type /start in the chat with BotFather. This will give detailed instructions on how to process as well a link to the bot API.
4. Type /newbot and select a name and username for the bot.
5. Note down the <HTTP:API-code>which will be used to control the bot.

ESP8266 Setup