Home Assistant Podcast
Paulus joins us to break down 2025.5 and the State of the Open Home
May 6, 2025
Paulus, the Founder of Home Assistant and president of the Open Home Foundation, shares exciting updates about the transition to non-profit status and the importance of community-driven development. He discusses the upcoming Areas dashboard and insights from a community survey on smart home trends. Topics include advancements in Z-Wave technology, new integrations with HomeKit, and innovative parental automation tips. The importance of open standards like Matter and the evolution of user experience within Home Assistant are also spotlighted.
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Quick takeaways
- The establishment of the Open Home Foundation is crucial for ensuring long-term independence and sustainability in the smart home sector.
- Transitioning employees from Nabucasa to the foundation allows for better prioritization of community-focused projects and resource allocation.
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