I’ve been diving into the world of smart devices and automation, and it’s been an exciting journey! One thing I’ve been curious about is how to effectively integrate devices from different brands into a cohesive system. For example, I have a Govee RGBIC Pro light strip that I’ve been experimenting with, and it’s amazing how customizable it is. However, I’m still discovering all its features—I’m sure there’s so much more to explore! If anyone has tips or resources on maximizing its potential, I’d love to hear them.
Another area I’ve been exploring is setting up time limits for devices. I’d love to limit screen time on my Fire Tablet to 2 hours a day while keeping my Echo Dot accessible outside of bedtime. I’m also curious about how activity limits work—if I set 2 hours for apps and 2 hours for videos, does that total 4 hours, or is it 2 hours combined? Understanding this would help me manage usage more effectively.
On the automation front, I’ve been using associations to control my lights with motion sensors. It’s working well, but I’d like to add a feature where the lights don’t turn on during daylight hours. I used code in my previous scene setup to achieve this, but I’m not sure how to replicate it with associations. Any advice would be appreciated!
Lastly, I’ve been looking into storing energy data for visualization. I’m considering options like MySQL or InfluxDB and wondering which would be best for my setup. If anyone has experience with this or recommendations, I’d love to hear about it.
Overall, it’s been a fascinating process, and I’m excited to continue learning and improving my smart home setup!