Paul thinks Home Assistant is "Better Than Fixing Cars"
Join us as Paul Riley, an engineer with a background in rocket fuel systems, shares his journey into smart home automation. Discover how he leverages Home Assistant to tackle practical "little things" like a demisting mirror and even automate his boat. Paul also discusses his passion for ESPHome, exploring local AI applications, and fostering the next generation of tinkerers in electronics.
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Chapters
00:00:14 Guest Introduction: Paul
00:01:39 Paul's Background in Electronics
00:06:05 Career Highlights
00:08:41 Home Automation and Rockets
00:13:57 Current Work and Tech Advancements
00:18:35 Paul's Personal Home Automation Projects
00:27:21 Introduction to Smart Gadgets
00:28:32 Home Automation Innovations
00:31:00 Gadget Enthusiast's Collection
00:39:00 AI in Daily Life
00:41:33 AI and Automation
00:47:36 Smart Home Automations
00:52:05 Challenges of Automation on a Boat
00:53:15 Voltage Converter Setup
00:53:46 Pros and Cons of Thermostats
00:55:41 Voice Control Devices
00:57:05 Cloud Systems and Security
00:59:06 Getting Started: Electronics & Home Assistant
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