Waking Up to Music and Light: My Smart Automation Journey

Hey everyone, I wanted to share a fun project I’ve been working on to enhance my mornings. I’ve always struggled with waking up, so I decided to create a smart automation system that combines gradual lighting and music to gently start my day. :sun_with_face::notes:

The idea came from seeing others use smart lights and speakers for wake-up routines. I wanted something simple but effective, so I combined a Leviton smart dimmer with my Google Home Mini. The dimmer gradually brightens my room, while Spotify plays a playlist to gently wake me up. It’s amazing how much smoother my mornings have become! :headphones::bulb:

I also added some smart features, like disabling the system on weekends and adjusting the schedule based on workdays. I used Home Assistant to set this up, and it’s been running smoothly. I’d love to hear if anyone has similar setups or tips to improve mine further! Let’s share ideas and make our mornings brighter together! :coffee::sparkles: