- Added detailed .env.example with extensive configuration options
- Created centralized configuration module with type-safe environment variable loading
- Implemented configuration validation and default value handling
- Added support for different environment modes (development, production, test)
- Introduced interfaces for robust type definitions across the project
- Implemented middleware for request validation, security, and input sanitization
- Changed NODE_ENV from production to development for local testing.
- Updated HASS_HOST and HASS_SOCKET_URL to point to local Home Assistant instance.
- Added PORT and LOG_LEVEL variables for better control over application settings during development.
- Created a new .env.example file to provide a template for required environment variables, including NODE_ENV, HASS_HOST, and HASS_TOKEN.
- This addition enhances configuration management by guiding users on necessary settings for the application.
