Home Assistant Podcast A Zero Trust Smart Home with Ian
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Nov 24, 2023 Ian, a Zero Trust security strategist, discusses topics such as getting started with home automation, building a DIY home security system, AI-powered coding assistance, designing a secure smart home, facial recognition technology and Azure integration, integrating smart devices, future plans and vision for the home, and cybersecurity perspective.
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First Security Automations
- Ian's initial automations focused on security, using door sensors, locks, motion sensors, and cameras.
- This allowed him to establish baselines of normal home behavior and automate responses to deviations.
Local Control and Protocol Diversity
- Prioritizing local control and avoiding Wi-Fi, Ian opted for Z-Wave and Zigbee for resilience and security.
- He uses multiple protocols to avoid single points of failure.
Wife Approval
- Ian's Home Assistant setup is now so reliable that he hasn't used his door PIN in years, thanks to accurate phone telemetry and Home Assistant's stability.
- His wife's approval signifies its practicality beyond a hobbyist's toy.