Home Assistant Podcast A Zero Trust Smart Home with Ian
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Nov 24, 2023 Ian, a Zero Trust security strategist, discusses topics such as getting started with home automation, building a DIY home security system, AI-powered coding assistance, designing a secure smart home, facial recognition technology and Azure integration, integrating smart devices, future plans and vision for the home, and cybersecurity perspective.
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Home Automation Beginnings
- Ian started with home automation in 2018 after moving to a new city and having a newborn.
- His wife's security concerns, coupled with his own privacy concerns about third-party alarm systems, led him to Home Assistant.
YAML Learning Curve
- Learning YAML in 2018 was challenging due to the lack of beginner-friendly guides and reliance on reverse-engineering other users' configurations.
- Large language models have simplified learning YAML.
First Security Automations
- Ian's initial automations focused on security, using door sensors, locks, motion sensors, and cameras.
- This allowed him to establish baselines of normal home behavior and automate responses to deviations.