All Jupiter Broadcasting Shows I See Live People | LINUX Unplugged 648
Jan 4, 2026
Discover the power of NetAlertX, an innovative tool for monitoring your home network and detecting new devices in real time. Hosts share tips on integrating it with Home Assistant and setting up efficient automations for your smart home. From leveraging MQTT for alerts to tackling the limitations of Bluetooth tracking, they delve into practical setups and strategies. The discussion also touches on open-source licensing, offering insights for developers. Tune in for creative automation ideas and community input that enhance your tech experience!
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Network Monitoring That Remembers
- NetAlertX builds a running memory of your network rather than just showing a static device list.
- It combines multiple discovery methods to track IP/MAC changes and device lifetimes for clearer network state.
Alert Immediately And Sync DNS
- Hook NetAlertX into a notifier like ntfy or Telegram so new device arrivals trigger immediate phone alerts.
- Enable plugins (e.g., Pi-hole) to sync DHCP/DNS state and reduce false positives.
Plugin Power Turns It Into An Event Bus
- NetAlertX uses plugin architecture to integrate with existing tools like Pi-hole, Home Assistant, MQTT, and Prometheus.
- This makes it act as an event bus feeding many systems current network state in real time.