This article explains how to install Home Assistant on Ubuntu, probably the most commonly used version of Linux for desktop computers. This installation method is best for those who specifically…
How To Run Python on ESP8266: MicroPython In 5 EASY Steps
Python is one of the most popular and versatile programming languages that is accessible on a whole host of different platforms. The ESP8266 is also an incredibly versatile microcontroller originally…
Everything You Need To Know About ESP8266
Welcome to the definitive guide to the ESP8266, a fabulous low cost chip that has become ubiquitous in the maker and IoT community. Here you will find everything you need…
How To Save A MacOS Terminal Command as a Shortcut
In this article you can choose from two different ways to turn any series of MacOS Terminal commands into a neat and tidy shortcut icon on the desktop, dock or…
How To Simulate A Sunrise With Home Assistant
It is possible to simulate a sunrise in Home Assistant using a simple script and smart bulb. We can trigger this script at any time so that a beautiful sunrise…
Home Assistant Shell Integration: Local & SSH Linux Control
Looking to automatically execute commands on a Raspberry Pi or Linux machine from within Home Assistant? This step-by-step guide will teach you how to send shell commands to any other…
How To Install Home Assistant On Raspberry Pi OS
Did you know that there are several ways to install Home Assistant on a Raspberry Pi? For most people it makes sense to use the disk image supplied by Home…
Control Home Assistant Using Siri and the Apple Home App
For those of you who are passionate about Apple devices, I completely understand. I made the transition to Apple well over a decade ago and never looked back. Apple Home…
Can Home Assistant Send Email?
Home Assistant can send email and you might be surprised at just how useful this lesser known feature of Home Assistant can be! Home Assistant can send fully featured emails…
Home Assistant: Your Most Frequently Asked Questions
Home Assistant has an official FAQ that has some useful information and you should certainly check it out. However I think they missed a few things… This is my curated…