Hey everyone! I’ve been exploring ways to expand my smart home setup, especially in areas where my main Wi-Fi signal isn’t as strong. I stumbled upon the idea of using Shelly devices in a cascading setup through their WLAN connections, and I wanted to share my findings and experiences with the community.First, a bit of background: I’ve been using Shelly Dimmers for lighting control in my home, and they’ve been working great. However, I noticed that one of my dimmers, placed on my terrace, wasn’t connecting reliably to my main network due to poor Wi-Fi coverage in that area. This got me thinking—could I somehow extend the network using another Shelly device?After doing some research, I discovered that Shelly devices have a Wi-Fi AP Mode that allows them to create their own Wi-Fi network. This seemed like a potential solution! Here’s what I did:1. Setup the First Shelly Device: I placed a Shelly Dimmer in my indoor area where the main network is strong. This dimmer connected to my main Wi-Fi and also started its own AP Mode network. 2. Connect the Second Shelly Device: I took another Shelly Dimmer and placed it on my terrace. Instead of connecting it to my main network, I configured it to connect to the AP Mode network created by the first dimmer.3. Testing the Setup: The result? The second Shelly Dimmer now has a stable connection through the cascaded network! This means I can control my outdoor lights seamlessly, even in areas where the main network is weak.This setup has been a game-changer for me. It’s a cost-effective and elegant solution for extending network coverage without needing additional hardware like repeaters. Plus, it’s entirely managed through the Shelly app, making it user-friendly.I’d love to hear if others have tried similar setups or have tips for optimizing this configuration. Have you used Shelly devices in a cascading setup? What challenges did you face, and how did you overcome them? Let’s share our experiences and continue to innovate together!Thanks for reading, and happy automating! 