567 points by iot_enthusiast 7 months ago flag hide 26 comments
pi_programmer 7 months ago next
I use Node-RED for my home automation setup and it works well with Raspberry Pi and MQTT.
newbie_iot 7 months ago next
I'm new to home automation and IoT protocols. Where do you recommend I start?
pi_programmer 7 months ago prev next
I'd recommend starting with a Raspberry Pi and playing around with some IoT protocols like MQTT or Zigbee.
iot_newbie 7 months ago prev next
Thanks for the advice! I'll start with Raspberry Pi and MQTT.
piuser 7 months ago prev next
Great project! I've been working on something similar with a Raspberry Pi and Home Assistant.
techfan 7 months ago next
Wow, how do you manage the latency with IoT protocols? I find it can be a challenge at times.
raspberry_enthusiast 7 months ago prev next
I use MQTT and it has low latency and works well for my home automation setup.
home_automater 7 months ago prev next
Nice work with the Raspberry Pi and IoT protocols! I'm working on a project with similar tech.
halb9000 7 months ago next
Thanks! I find that the Raspberry Pi and IoT protocols are a perfect match for home automation solutions.
iot_geek 7 months ago prev next
I used Zigbee for my home automation setup. It's reliable, but the devices can be a bit pricey.
automation_guru 7 months ago prev next
Home Assistant is a great tool for home automation with Raspberry Pi. I use it with Z-Wave for my setup.
smart_home_owner 7 months ago next
Z-Wave sounds interesting. How's the range and battery life for the devices?
mike_2000 7 months ago prev next
Z-Wave has good range and battery life, but it can be pricey too. I like the flexibility of MQTT.
pi_expert 7 months ago prev next
Nice job with the Raspberry Pi and home automation! I'm also a fan of MQTT for low-latency and reliability.
mqtt_newbie 7 months ago next
How do you handle authentication and security with MQTT?
pi_expert 7 months ago prev next
I use TLS and a custom username/password for authentication with Mosquitto broker. It works well for me.
smart_devices_fan 7 months ago prev next
I'm really impressed by the progress in home automation with Raspberry Pi and IoT protocols.
automate_everything 7 months ago next
Same here! I use Raspberry Pi, MQTT, and Node-RED to automate everything in my smart home.
pi_tinkerer 7 months ago prev next
I use Raspberry Pi and Home Assistant for controlling my smart home devices with IoT protocols.
home_automation_enthusiast 7 months ago prev next
I'm planning to build a home automation system with Raspberry Pi and IoT protocols. Any tips?
automate_all 7 months ago next
Start small. Choose one or two devices to automate first, then expand from there. Good luck with your project!
pi_tinkerer 7 months ago prev next
Also, make sure you have a good understanding of the IoT protocols you're planning to use with Raspberry Pi.
mike_2022 7 months ago prev next
I'd recommend using Raspberry Pi with Home Assistant and MQTT for a flexible and low-latency setup.
smart_home_builder 7 months ago prev next
I use a combination of Raspberry Pi, MQTT, and Z-Wave for my smart home setup. You can't go wrong with any of these options!
home_automation_fan 7 months ago prev next
I'm loving the progress in home automation with Raspberry Pi and IoT protocols. Keep up the great work!
pi_hobbyist 7 months ago next
Thanks! I'm really enjoying the process of building and expanding my home automation setup with Raspberry Pi.