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In this episode of the Home Assistant Podcast, Rohan Karamandi and Phil Hawthorne have an engaging conversation with Jason Shearer, a long-time listener and an engineering leader in the technology industry. Jason shares his fascinating journey from experimenting with home automation in his first condo to integrating advanced technologies into his current home. His expertise spans various domains, including lighting, irrigation, security, and energy management. Jason's story is filled with intriguing projects, such as transitioning from SmartThings to Home Assistant, automating a sit-stand desk, and creating elaborate holiday light displays using individually addressable LEDs. He delves into the importance of understanding energy consumption, leveraging predictive maintenance, and the integration of various protocols for a seamless smart home experience. Jason's innovative approaches and practical solutions provide valuable insights for both novice and experienced home automation enthusiasts.
Key Takeaways: - Predictive Maintenance: Using energy consumption data to identify anomalies and predict potential failures in home appliances.
- Touchless Automation: Implementing presence-based automation with millimeter wave sensors for a more intuitive and convenient smart home experience.
- Holiday Lighting Automation: Combining physical and software skills to create impressive holiday light displays, controlled via Home Assistant and MQTT.
- Voice Assistant Integration: The importance of local, cloud-independent voice assistants for enhanced privacy and reliability in smart home control.
- Sensor Utilization: Maximizing the use of various sensors, such as air quality, CO2 levels, and water leak detectors, for a healthier and safer living environment.
Chapters
00:16 Introduction 00:47 Guest Introduction 01:24 Consumer vs. Commercial Automation 03:03 Jason's Home Automation Journey 05:59 Lighting Automation and Christmas Decorations 09:58 Physical Setup and Cable Management 12:50 Weather Automation 15:20 LED Longevity and Replacement 17:36 Sequence Programming for Lights 22:06 Lighting Effects and Home Assistant Integration 28:01 Future Plans for Lighting Automation 31:56 ESP Home Projects 35:26 Leak Detection and Mitigation 49:55 Energy Monitoring 57:39 Daily Use of Automation 01:12:16 Closing Remarks
To learn more about Jason and his home automation projects, connect with him through the Home Assistant community.
For complete show notes and more information about the topics discussed in this episode, be sure to check the notes at https://hasspodcast.io/ha160/ Watch this episode on YouTube Support Rohan and Phil on Patreon
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