Hello everyone, I’m thrilled to share my journey with Home Assistant and MQTT. After experimenting with various setups, I’ve found MQTT to be incredibly flexible for integrating devices like my Philips Hue lights and Shelly smoke detectors. Here’s a quick snippet of how I set up my smoke detector automation:
javascript
{
“name”: “Smoke Alarm Trigger”,
“trigger”: {
“type”: “smoke_detected”
},
“action”: {
“type”: “http_request”,
“url”: “http://192.168.178.97/relay/0/on”,
“method”: “POST”
}
}
This setup ensures that if a smoke detector triggers, it automatically activates the nearest one, helping to contain potential damage. I’ve also managed to create a smoother flow in my studio by adjusting the movement of my lights to mimic a rainbow effect rather than a jerky marquee. It’s been a fantastic learning experience!
However, I’m curious about best practices for storing configurations. Should I migrate everything to the UI configurator for a cleaner setup, or continue using YAML files for more complex automations? I’d love to hear your thoughts and experiences!
Thanks for reading, and happy automating! 