The fifth edition of our Community Highlights is here, and it’s packed with some incredible setups and innovations from the community! Let’s dive into the highlights:
Marine Aquarium Control with Home Assistant
Kevin McPeake has blown everyone away with his 7 marine aquariums controlled by Home Assistant. Kevin uses 5 Home Assistant instances to manage this impressive setup. It’s not just about automation—it’s about creating a harmonious ecosystem for marine life. With the upcoming Lovelace Dashboard updates in Home Assistant Core 0.107, Kevin’s setup will become even more streamlined and user-friendly. Check out Kevin’s post here.
Live Energy Consumption Dashboard
Energy efficiency is key for both the environment and your wallet. /u/Lau-ie shared their live energy consumption screen on our subreddit, which tracks real-time usage and historical data for the last 24 hours. It’s a fantastic way to stay informed and make smart adjustments. If you’re monitoring your energy usage, how does your dashboard look? Share your setups in the comments!
DIY Smart Magnetic Key Holder
James Callaghan has created a brilliant smart magnetic key holder using a Xiaomi Aqara Door/Window sensor. This setup works seamlessly on Zigbee and offers a simple yet effective solution for key management. The possibilities for this sensor are endless, from concierge services to accessibility solutions. See James’s tweet here.
Consumer Reports Fellowship Opportunity
For those interested in public technology research, Consumer Reports is offering non-resident technologist fellowships to study connected (IoT) products. This is a fantastic chance to contribute to meaningful research and make an impact in the tech community. Learn more here.
Got a Tip for the Next Edition?
We’re always on the lookout for unique, innovative, or inspiring projects using Home Assistant. Whether it’s a clever automation, a DIY project, or a creative setup, we want to hear about it! Submit your suggestion here.
Let’s keep the momentum going and share more incredible projects with the community. What’s your favorite highlight from this edition? Let us know in the comments!
This post is a companion discussion topic for the original entry at https://www.home-assistant.io/blog/2020/03/15/community-highlights/.