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Home Assistant Backups. They’re one of those things we all know are important but often ignore until something goes wrong. A reliable backup system can… Read More »Home Assistant Backups: A New System to Keep Your Data Safe

The latest Home Assistant 2024.11 release, introduces a new default view – the Sections view (drag-and-drop). Previously in experimental mode, this view is now the… Read More »Sections View is the new Default in Home Assistant!

Hey everyone, Just a quick update—there won’t be a new article or video from me today like usual. But don’t worry, I’ve got something even… Read More »Let’s Nerd out about TOP Home Assistant Blueprints

Hey everyone, I just wanted to give you a quick update—there won’t be a new article or video today like I normally post. But don’t… Read More »No New Post Today… But Join Me for a Special Live Stream Tomorrow!

If you’re a Home Assistant user, you’ve may heard about the recent improved YAML syntax in Home Assistant automations. These changes were designed to make… Read More »Home Assistant Automations Improved YAML Syntax: Easier or More Complicated?

Controlling your Windows, Linux, or Mac computer has never been easier, thanks to the powerful TRIGGERcmd integration with Home Assistant. With just a few clicks… Read More »How to Control Windows, Linux, or Mac Computers from Home Assistant Using TRIGGERcmd

If you’re like me, too lazy to get up and press the power button on your computer or another device, I have a solution for… Read More »Wake Devices Remotely Using Home Assistant and Wake On LAN