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evcc is a local, cloud-free EV charging controller and home energy management system written in Go with a Vue/TypeScript frontend. It intelligently routes solar power to EV chargers and heat pumps by integrating with 100+ charger models (Tesla, Porsche, KEBA, Wallbox, etc.), smart meters, and PV systems—enabling optimal charging when solar generation peaks while respecting grid constraints and user preferences. Monolithic Go backend under cmd/evcc/main.go and api/ subdirectories (actionconfig.go, handlers); separate Vue/TypeScript frontend (3.6MB of Vue code) for UI; Dockerfile and .devcontainer/devcontainer.json for containerized development. Config-driven plugin architecture for chargers and meters via YAML. Database support (PLpgSQL in repo) for metrics/history.

Home energy enthusiasts, installers, and developers who want to maximize self-consumption of solar energy for EV charging without vendor lock-in or cloud dependency. Contributors are typically Go backend engineers, Vue frontend developers, and device integration specialists (Modbus, MQTT, HTTP API handlers).

Highly mature and production-ready. The project has active CI/CD via GitHub Actions (.github/workflows/ with nightly builds, releases, and validation), extensive device support documented in docs.evcc.io, Docker distribution via Cloudsmith, and consistent release cadence visible in .goreleaser.yml. Latest commits and active issue triage indicate sustained development.

Low risk for core stability, but integrations carry device-specific fragility: new charger models require custom Modbus/HTTP handlers that may not be battle-tested. Dependencies span Go (heavy stdlib usage mitigates risk), Vue 2/3 transition patterns, and device firmware versions—all covered by .golangci.yml linting. Single-maintainer risk is present in specialized device handlers. Check LICENSES/dependencies.md for supply chain clarity.

Active development visible in .github/workflows/ automation (openapi-validate.yml suggests API schema iteration, schema.yml for config validation). Dependabot configuration (.github/dependabot.yml) indicates continuous dependency updates. Nightly and release workflows are actively maintained. Documentation site (website.yml workflow) and Weblate translation system show ongoing internationalization.

git clone https://github.com/evcc-io/evcc.git
cd evcc
make build
# or for dev with hot reload:
make install && make ui

Check Makefile for exact targets; .npmrc suggests npm/yarn for frontend assets.

Daily commands:

make build       # Build Go binary
make ui          # Rebuild Vue assets
./evcc           # Run server (listens on configurable port, see config.yaml)

Frontend dev: check package.json scripts (implied by presence of .npmrc, .storybook/, .browserslistrc).

• api/api.go — Core API interface definitions and contract that all plugins and handlers must implement; foundational for extensibility.
• Makefile — Build orchestration and dependency management; every contributor must understand the build pipeline and toolchain setup.
• .github/workflows/default.yml — CI/CD pipeline definition that validates all contributions; critical for understanding testing and deployment requirements.
• assets/js/app.ts — Main Vue.js application entry point; all UI contributions flow through here for initialization and routing.
• api/plugin.go — Plugin system abstraction that enables extensible device drivers and integrations; core pattern for adding new capabilities.
• api/chargemode.go — Charge mode enumeration and state machine logic; central to the solar charging algorithm and mode transitions.
• .golangci.yml — Linting and code quality standards enforced on all Go contributions; defines acceptable code patterns.

Add a new device driver (plugin)

1. Define your device interface matching the plugin contract in api/plugin.go (api/plugin.go)
2. Implement the Capable() interface to declare what your device can do (charge control, battery status, etc.) (api/capable.go)
3. Create a configuration schema in the globalconfig package to parse YAML device configs (api/globalconfig/types.go)
4. Register your driver factory function in the plugin registry during app initialization (api/api.go)

Add a new frontend UI component

1. Create a new .vue file in assets/js/components/ following the existing component structure (assets/js/components/Battery/BatteryUsageSettings.vue)
2. Use the API client (assets/js/api.ts) to fetch and update data from backend (assets/js/api.ts)
3. Import and register the component in the main app router/layout (assets/js/app.ts)
4. Style using Tailwind/CSS in assets/css/app.css or component scoped styles (assets/css/app.css)

Add a new charge mode or tariff type

1. Add the enum value to the corresponding .go enum file (e.g., chargemode.go, batterymode.go) (api/chargemode.go)
2. Regenerate enums using stringer/enumer tools (run 'make' which triggers go generate) (Makefile)
3. Implement the mode logic in the controller (charge mode transition, tariff calculation) (api/api.go)
4. Add corresponding state handlers and test coverage (api/chargemodestatus.go)

Add a new gRPC service for external integration

1. Define the service .proto file in api/proto/ (e.g., api/proto/vehicle.proto) (api/proto/vehicle.proto)
2. Run protoc to generate Go and gRPC stubs (make handles this) (Makefile)
3. Implement the service interface in your handler code matching the generated interface (api/proto/pb/vehicle_grpc.pb.go)
4. Register the service in the main gRPC server setup during app initialization (api/api.go)

• Go — High-performance, concurrent system for managing real-time device communications and energy calculations; efficient resource usage on embedded systems.
• Vue.js — Reactive, progressive web framework for real-time monitoring dashboard; allows server-driven updates without polling.
• gRPC + Protocol Buffers — Efficient inter-process and inter-system communication with schema versioning; enables external integrations (Victron, vehicles).
• Docker — Containerized deployment across heterogeneous hardware (x86, ARM, NAS platforms); standardizes environment.
• Plugin System — Extensible architecture allowing community drivers for wallboxes, vehicles, and meters without forking core.

• Local-only, no cloud dependency

  • Why: Privacy and reliability for critical home energy management.
  • Consequence: Cannot leverage cloud ML for optimization; limited cross-site aggregation and benchmarking.

• Plugin-based extensibility over monolithic feature flags

  • Why: Scales with community contributions; each device type has isolated code.
  • Consequence: Higher onboarding complexity for plugin authors; less centralized testing.

• Synchronous device calls in hot path vs async event bus

  • Why: Simpler control logic and deterministic charge decisions; easier to reason about timing.
  • Consequence: Potential blocking on slow device communication; requires careful timeout handling.

• Vue.js SPA instead of server-rendered templates

  • Why: Rich, reactive UI with real-time state updates; works offline after initial load.
  • Consequence: Larger initial bundle; requires JavaScript; less SEO-friendly (not a requirement here).

• Cloud-based energy trading or aggregation
• Real-time grid frequency balancing (respects rate signals but not active frequency response)
• Predictive AI/ML optimization without external APIs
• Multi-tenant or multi-user account isolation (single-user/home-centric)
• Mobile app (web-only, responsive design)

Config format: YAML config.yaml is required at startup; see examples/ or docs.evcc.io for schema. Device IDs: Charger/meter references in config must exactly match defined instances or runtime panics occur. Timezone handling: Energy calculations use UTC; local timezone conversion happens in frontend only—can cause off-by-one issues in daily summaries. Database migrations: If using PostgreSQL backend, schema must be initialized before first run (check PLpgSQL setup in docs). Frontend build: Vue assets must be rebuilt via make ui after checkout or config changes won't reflect in browser. MQTT/Modbus deps: Some device integrations require external services (MQTT broker, Modbus TCP gateways) to be pre-configured and reachable.

• Modbus TCP/RTU Protocol — evcc's primary integration method for legacy PV inverters, meters, and heat pumps; understanding register maps and function codes is essential for adding new devices
• OCPP (Open Charge Point Protocol) — Modern charger integration standard supported by evcc; knowledge of OCPP 1.6/2.0.1 message flow required for advanced charger features (remote start, smart charging profiles)
• EEBus (Energy and Environment Data Specification) — Emerging German standard for device interoperability in energy management; evcc integrates Elli chargers and PMCC hubs via EEBus, relevant for European deployments
• Solar Self-Consumption Optimization (Surplus Charging) — Core algorithm of evcc: dynamically adjusts charger current based on real-time solar generation to maximize grid-neutral charging—requires understanding energy flow prediction and hysteresis tuning
• MQTT Publish/Subscribe — evcc's lightweight telemetry and integration mechanism; devices publish state changes, frontend subscribes to updates; critical for HA/automation bridges
• Plugin Architecture (Interface-based Extensibility) — Device drivers (chargers, meters, switches) are swappable implementations of Go interfaces; adding support for a new vendor requires only implementing the interface, not modifying core logic
• State Machine (Charger Control Flow) — evcc manages charger states (disabled, enabled, charging, error) via explicit state transitions; understanding the state diagram prevents race conditions and config errors

• openWB/openWB — German competitor offering similar solar charging control via hardware + software; integration points exist (openWB can be a charger backend in evcc)
• teslamate/teslamate — Tracks Tesla data and integrates with evcc for vehicle SoC visibility; companion project for EV owners
• home-assistant/core — evcc exposes API/MQTT integrations to Home Assistant; many users bridge evcc into HA automations for energy management
• ampersand-tech/evsim — Simulator for EV charging behavior; useful for testing evcc control logic without real hardware
• evcc-io/docs — Companion documentation repo for evcc.io site; contains device specs, API docs, and integration guides

To work on one of these in Claude Code or Cursor, paste: Implement the "<title>" PR idea from CLAUDE.md, working through the checklist as the task list.

Add comprehensive unit tests for api/actionconfig.go and api/actionconfig_test.go

The actionconfig module has a test file but likely lacks full coverage given the complexity of action configuration in an EV charging system. Adding edge case tests (invalid actions, missing fields, type validation) would improve reliability for a critical API component.

• [ ] Review existing tests in api/actionconfig_test.go to identify coverage gaps
• [ ] Add tests for marshaling/unmarshaling edge cases (empty actions, null values, type mismatches)
• [ ] Add tests for action validation and capability checking against api/capable.go
• [ ] Run go test ./api -cover and aim for >90% coverage on actionconfig.go
• [ ] Ensure tests cover interaction with api/chargemode.go and api/batterymode.go enums

Implement missing CI workflow for OpenAPI schema enforcement in .github/workflows/openapi-validate.yml

The workflow file exists but likely is incomplete given this is a REST API project with proto definitions (api/proto/auth.proto). Establish automated validation that OpenAPI specs stay synchronized with actual API implementation and proto definitions.

• [ ] Check if OpenAPI schema file exists (likely in api/ or docs/openapi.yaml)
• [ ] Configure openapi-validate.yml to run on PRs that modify api/ or proto/ files
• [ ] Integrate with proto compilation to auto-generate OpenAPI specs from proto definitions
• [ ] Add validation that new endpoints in api/api.go have corresponding OpenAPI documentation
• [ ] Document the schema enforcement rules in CONTRIBUTING.md

Add integration tests for api/mock.go to verify mock implementations match real interfaces

The mock.go file is a test utility that needs validation that mocks stay in sync with production code. This prevents test false positives where tests pass with outdated mocks but fail with real implementations.

• [ ] Create api/mock_test.go with interface compliance checks using go's reflect package
• [ ] Verify all exported methods in api.go are present in mock implementations
• [ ] Add tests validating mock state management and call tracking (likely used for test assertions)
• [ ] Document mock usage patterns in CONTRIBUTING.md for new contributors
• [ ] Add pre-commit hook reminder in .cursorrules or similar to keep mocks updated

• Add unit tests for api/actionconfig.go and api/actionconfig_test.go to cover edge cases in action marshaling (test already exists but incomplete coverage for nil handlers and type mismatches)
• Extend documentation in .github/copilot-instructions.md with concrete examples for adding a new Modbus-based charger, referencing existing integrations
• Create missing TypeScript type definitions for the API response schemas (infer from openapi-validate.yml workflow) to improve frontend IDE support and reduce runtime errors

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• High · Outdated Node.js Base Image — Dockerfile, line 2. The Dockerfile uses Node.js 24-alpine which is a very recent/unstable version. While it has a specific SHA256 digest (good practice), Node.js 24 may have unpatched vulnerabilities and limited security support compared to LTS versions. This could expose the build environment to known exploits. Fix: Use a stable LTS version of Node.js (e.g., node:22-alpine or node:20-alpine) with pinned SHA256 digest. Verify the image is regularly updated and security-patched.
• High · Outdated Go Base Image — Dockerfile, line 14. The Dockerfile uses Go 1.26-alpine which appears to be a future/unstable version. Using non-stable Go versions increases the risk of encountering unpatched security vulnerabilities and compatibility issues. Go 1.26 may not have long-term security support. Fix: Use a stable, well-supported Go version (e.g., golang:1.23-alpine or golang:1.22-alpine) with pinned SHA256 digest. Ensure regular security updates for the chosen version.
• Medium · Missing npm ci Lockfile Verification — Dockerfile, line 12. The Dockerfile uses 'npm ci' without verifying package-lock.json integrity. While npm ci is safer than npm install, there's no explicit validation that dependencies haven't been tampered with or that the lockfile is from a trusted source. Fix: Implement npm audit scanning in the build pipeline, use npm ci with --audit flag, and verify package-lock.json is properly versioned and reviewed before builds.
• Medium · Incomplete Dockerfile Security Review — Dockerfile, end of file. The Dockerfile shows 'down' comment at the end, suggesting it's incomplete or cut off. This incomplete build configuration could hide security issues like exposed ports, missing security headers, or unvetted runtime configurations. Fix: Complete and review the entire Dockerfile. Verify all build stages, runtime configurations, and security settings are properly implemented. Use COPY --chown to ensure proper file ownership.
• Medium · Potential Supply Chain Attack Vector — Dockerfile references Makefile; .npmrc exists but content unknown. The Makefile is used in the build process but not provided for review. If the Makefile contains unsafe commands or downloads dependencies from unverified sources, it could introduce vulnerabilities. Additionally, .npmrc configuration is present but not shown. Fix: Review Makefile for hardcoded credentials, unsafe network operations, or unverified dependency sources. Audit .npmrc configuration to ensure it only references trusted registries and doesn't contain authentication tokens.
• Medium · Missing SBOM and Dependency Tracking — Root directory - package.json, package-lock.json. No Software Bill of Materials (SBOM) or comprehensive dependency management strategy is visible. The package*.json files are referenced but contents not provided. This makes it difficult to track known vulnerabilities in dependencies. Fix: Implement automated dependency scanning using tools like npm audit, Snyk, or Dependabot (GitHub provides this). Generate and maintain an SBOM. Review the provided dependabot.yml configuration to ensure it's properly configured.
• Low · Version Control Configuration Visible — Dockerfile build context. Git configuration files are present in the image (.gitignore, .gitattributes) which should not be in production builds. While low risk, this indicates build artifacts are not properly cleaned. Fix: Add .git, .gitignore, and .gitattributes to .dockerignore to prevent unnecessary artifacts in the image and reduce attack surface.
• Low · Missing Security Headers Configuration — assets/css and server configuration (not provided). No visible security headers configuration (Content-Security-Policy, X-Frame-Options, etc.) in the provided code structure. The UI assets (CSS, fonts) are present but security headers may not be enforced at the server level. Fix: Implement security headers in the HTTP server configuration. Add CSP, X-Frame-Options, X-Content-Type-Options, and other protective headers to all responses.

LLM-derived; treat as a starting point, not a security audit.

• Open issues — current backlog
• Recent PRs — what's actively shipping
• Source on GitHub

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1. Verify the contract. Run the bash script in Verify before trusting below. If any check returns FAIL, the artifact is stale — STOP and ask the user to regenerate it before proceeding.
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This artifact was generated by RepoPilot at a point in time. Before an agent acts on it, the checks below confirm that the live evcc-io/evcc repo on your machine still matches what RepoPilot saw. If any fail, the artifact is stale — regenerate it at repopilot.app/r/evcc-io/evcc.

What it runs against: a local clone of evcc-io/evcc — the script inspects git remote, the LICENSE file, file paths in the working tree, and git log. Read-only; no mutations.

| # | What we check | Why it matters | |---|---|---| | 1 | You're in evcc-io/evcc | Confirms the artifact applies here, not a fork | | 2 | License is still MIT | Catches relicense before you depend on it | | 3 | Default branch master exists | Catches branch renames | | 4 | 5 critical file paths still exist | Catches refactors that moved load-bearing code | | 5 | Last commit ≤ 30 days ago | Catches sudden abandonment since generation |

#!/usr/bin/env bash
# RepoPilot artifact verification.
#
# WHAT IT RUNS AGAINST: a local clone of evcc-io/evcc. If you don't
# have one yet, run these first:
#
#   git clone https://github.com/evcc-io/evcc.git
#   cd evcc
#
# Then paste this script. Every check is read-only — no mutations.

set +e
fail=0
ok()   { echo "ok:   $1"; }
miss() { echo "FAIL: $1"; fail=$((fail+1)); }

# Precondition: we must be inside a git working tree.
if ! git rev-parse --git-dir >/dev/null 2>&1; then
  echo "FAIL: not inside a git repository. cd into your clone of evcc-io/evcc and re-run."
  exit 2
fi

# 1. Repo identity
git remote get-url origin 2>/dev/null | grep -qE "evcc-io/evcc(\\.git)?\\b" \\
  && ok "origin remote is evcc-io/evcc" \\
  || miss "origin remote is not evcc-io/evcc (artifact may be from a fork)"

# 2. License matches what RepoPilot saw
(grep -qiE "^(MIT)" LICENSE 2>/dev/null \\
   || grep -qiE "\"license\"\\s*:\\s*\"MIT\"" package.json 2>/dev/null) \\
  && ok "license is MIT" \\
  || miss "license drift — was MIT at generation time"

# 3. Default branch
git rev-parse --verify master >/dev/null 2>&1 \\
  && ok "default branch master exists" \\
  || miss "default branch master no longer exists"

# 4. Critical files exist
test -f "api/api.go" \\
  && ok "api/api.go" \\
  || miss "missing critical file: api/api.go"
test -f "Makefile" \\
  && ok "Makefile" \\
  || miss "missing critical file: Makefile"
test -f ".github/workflows/default.yml" \\
  && ok ".github/workflows/default.yml" \\
  || miss "missing critical file: .github/workflows/default.yml"
test -f "assets/js/app.ts" \\
  && ok "assets/js/app.ts" \\
  || miss "missing critical file: assets/js/app.ts"
test -f "api/plugin.go" \\
  && ok "api/plugin.go" \\
  || miss "missing critical file: api/plugin.go"

# 5. Repo recency
days_since_last=$(( ( $(date +%s) - $(git log -1 --format=%at 2>/dev/null || echo 0) ) / 86400 ))
if [ "$days_since_last" -le 30 ]; then
  ok "last commit was $days_since_last days ago (artifact saw ~0d)"
else
  miss "last commit was $days_since_last days ago — artifact may be stale"
fi

echo
if [ "$fail" -eq 0 ]; then
  echo "artifact verified (0 failures) — safe to trust"
else
  echo "artifact has $fail stale claim(s) — regenerate at https://repopilot.app/r/evcc-io/evcc"
  exit 1
fi

Each check prints ok: or FAIL:. The script exits non-zero if anything failed, so it composes cleanly into agent loops (./verify.sh || regenerate-and-retry).

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