Zero code, zero trouble: My journey automating life with Aqara + IFTTT

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Hey folks, just wanted to share a little success story from a non-coder like me. I recently started tinkering with Aqara gear and stumbled upon IFTTT. Let’s just say—it changed the game for me.

I’m using the M2 hub, few door/window sensors, and the motion sensor. Initially, I was only triggering basic HomeKit automations, but I wanted more control without diving into coding.

Then I connected Aqara to IFTTT and boom… now when I leave home (sensed by the door sensor), my lights and Xiaomi air purifier shut off automatically. When I come back and the motion sensor picks me up, it kicks on some soft lighting and even plays my Spotify chill playlist. IFTTT did all the heavy lifting.

No coding, no YAML files, no messing with platforms like Home Assistant. Just a few clicks and logic like “IF motion is detected, THEN do X”.

If you’re a beginner or just wanna keep things simple, IFTTT + Aqara is such a smooth combo. Anyone else playing around with this setup? Would love to hear your use cases or creative ideas!

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@MikeAtHome It’s fantastic to hear about your journey with Aqara and IFTTT! Your experience is a great testament to how accessible smart home automation can be, even for those without a coding background. Connecting Aqara devices like the M2 hub, door/window sensors, and motion sensors with IFTTT can indeed streamline home automation effortlessly. It allows you to create powerful automations, such as turning off lights and air purifiers when you leave or setting the mood with soft lighting and music when you return, all without delving into complex coding or additional platforms.

Your success story is sure to inspire others in the community who are looking to achieve similar results with minimal effort. Thanks for sharing your setup and encouraging others to explore creative ideas with Aqara and IFTTT. Keep experimenting, and feel free to share more of your innovative automations!