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Embracing AI for a better workflow? Migrating my DMS from Teedy to Paperless-ngx

Efficiency and organization are crucial to me, especially when it comes to work. That’s why I have been using a reliable document management system to sort through my digital files for some time. For a while, I used Teedy, a self-hosted DMS, to manage my personal documents. While Teedy was Read more…

By Oliver, 2 years02.04.2023 ago
Software

Privacy, Control & all the Features: Self-Hosting Firefox Sync is the Way to Go

Firefox Sync is a powerful tool that allows you to synchronize your bookmarks, browsing history, and other data across multiple devices. While the default option is to use Mozilla’s own servers to store this information, self-hosting gives you greater control over your data and privacy, while still offering a seamless Read more…

By Oliver, 2 years18.03.2023 ago
Software

To infinity and beyond – displaying huge numbers in Grafana

If you want to display a huge number, lets say 6 digits or more, showing the full number does not look very good and takes too much space. Here is a quick tip on how to show these bigger numbers in a more concise format. Single stat panel with a Read more…

By Oliver, 2 years10.03.2023 ago
smart light

No Neutral, No Problem: A Closer Look at the Aqara T1 Switch Module with ZHA & Zigbee2MQTT

The T1 (in wall) Switch Module is another well-made Zigbee device from Aqara that is part of the same product line as others that I have tested (thermostat, smart plug, switch, mini switch). The device works with both ZHA and Zigbee2mqtt although not all of the functionality from the official Read more…

By Oliver, 2 years06.03.2023 ago
3d printing

From Design to Functionality: 3D Printing custom Tool Holders

After finally buying some new drills & countersinks, I soon realized the need for a more efficient storage solution. To address this, I created bespoke 3D printed tool holders that would exactly fit the new box allowing me to have the drills neatly arranged and readily available. I need more Read more…

By Oliver, 2 years25.02.2023 ago
Software

adguardhome-sync – build an even better ad-blocking experience with Adguard home

Adguard home is a great network wide DNS based ad blocker with a cleaner interface than Pihole. adguardhome-sync is a small tool that allows you to set up an auto synced backup instance for Adguard home to avoid any issues you might have with your DNS resolver. What is Adguard Read more…

By Oliver, 2 years12.02.2023 ago
Basics

Home Assistant basics II – what the heck are automations, blueprints, scenes and scripts?

Home Assistant is an awesome system but when you get started the terminology can be confusing. Here is a quick explanation what automations, blueprints, scenes and scripts are in Home Assistant. Home Assistant basics – terminology around automations In part I of this series I described the Home Assistant terminology Read more…

By Oliver, 2 years04.02.2023 ago
Basics

Home Assistant basics – what the heck are devices, entities, integrations and services?

Home Assistant is maybe the best open smart home controller out there but if you are new to it some of the terms can be a bit confusing. As a first step towards Home Assistant basics, here is what devices, entities, integrations, services and helpers are. Home Assistant basics – Read more…

By Oliver, 2 years29.01.2023 ago
Automation

Powerful automated reminders via Home Assistant and how to clear notifications

Everybody forgets things. With Home Assistant you can use the power of your smart home to stop that. I build a well working reminder system via Home Assistant for different tasks. Its fully features with a text reminder, virtual or physical button to confirm it and a log. Here is Read more…

By Oliver, 2 years14.01.2023 ago
smart heating

The hottest smart home device? Automated heating with the Aqara smart thermostat & Home Assistant

I automated my lights, my doorbell, my vacuum and more. Next are the thermostats. A smart thermostat can be very convenient and even save money. Here is how I used the Aqara smart thermostat with ZHA and Home Assistant. The hardware – Aqara E1 smart thermostat There are currently a Read more…

By Oliver, 2 years01.01.2023 ago

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