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From HomeKit to Home Assistant
- Rosemary started home automation with HomeKit using Hue bulbs for simple automations like turning lights on when it gets dark.
- She moved to Home Assistant with a Z-Wave stick to integrate Yale smart locks not compatible with HomeKit alone.
Home Assistant vs HomeKit Power
- Home Assistant is like Formula One compared to HomeKit's NASCAR in terms of power and flexibility.
- HomeKit is prettier and simpler but struggles with complex automation scenarios.
Start with UI, Then YAML
- Start building Home Assistant automations via the UI to avoid errors and gain confidence.
- Edit YAML directly for complex or rearranged actions once comfortable.