Josh (Josh's Smart Home)
Home automation enthusiast and creator of the Josh's Smart Home YouTube channel who runs an extensive Home Assistant setup with hundreds of devices and focuses on practical automations, energy optimization, and smart yard equipment.
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Dec 16, 2025 • 1h 22min
187 Automations, 300 Devices: Josh’s Smart Home Assistant Journey
Josh, a home automation enthusiast and creator of the Josh's Smart Home YouTube channel, shares his journey of building an extensive setup with 300 devices. He discusses migrating from SmartThings to Home Assistant Green and how he established a reliable Zigbee mesh. Energy automations using a Tesla Powerwall are a highlight, as are his unique theater room automations. With 187 active automations, Josh emphasizes the tremendous time savings from smart devices, including robotic mowers and automated blinds, making home life efficient and enjoyable.
