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Enable HTTPS using Let’s Encrypt in Home Assistant

  • January 18, 2024

In previous guides, I demonstrated how to set up encrypted connections for Home Assistant using either the Nginx Proxy Manager add-on or an existing Nginx Proxy Manager server on your network.

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Enable HTTPS using Let’s Encrypt in Home Assistant

  • January 18, 2024

In previous guides, I demonstrated how to set up encrypted connections for Home Assistant using either the Nginx Proxy Manager add-on or an existing Nginx Proxy Manager server on your network.

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Chamberlain myQ Alternative

  • November 14, 2023

On October 25th, Chamberlain released a statement about revoking 3rd party access to their myQ products. The called the access “unauthorized” but in reality the access was from customers who wish to use their purchased smart home product on their platform of choice such as Home Assistant.

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Updating the Firmware of Zooz ZST10 700 Series USB Z-Wave Controller in Home Assistant

  • September 1, 2023

Updating the firmware of a USB Z-Wave Controller such as the Zooz ZST10 700 (affiliate link) has become much easier when using Home Assistant!

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Create a Home Assistant Automation to Notify When the Laundry is Finished

  • August 28, 2023

If you have your washing machine plugged into a heavy duty appliance smart plug or you have energy monitors connected to your breaker panel, you may wish to receive notifications when your laundry is finished.

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Create a Home Assistant Automation to Control a Bathroom Fan When Humidity is High and Auto-Shutoff Timer

  • March 22, 2023 (Updated: May 6, 2023)

Automating a bathroom fan based on humidity levels is a common task you may want to do with your smart home devices.

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Augmenting Traditional Controls with Smart Home Functionality

Augmenting Traditional Controls with Smart Home Functionality

  • December 15, 2022

When deciding to add smart home capabilities to your not-so-smart home, one aspect you should not overlook is the traditional controls in your home.

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