Home Automation

In my latest video, I’m giving you an exclusive tour of my 2024 Home Network Rack, showcasing the meticulously designed infrastructure that keeps our digital world running smoothly. From blazing-fast internet speeds to seamless multimedia streaming, this setup is all about performance, reliability, and cutting-edge tech.

What’s Inside the Rack?

• Ubiquiti Products: Experience unparalleled internet speeds and rock-solid connectivity powered by some of the best networking gear on the market.
• Home Server Magic: Discover how I manage streaming, file storage, and automation with my home server running [software of choice]. It’s the unsung hero of our entertainment and productivity ecosystem.
• Smart Home Integration: See how the rack ties into our smart devices, creating a seamless and efficient living experience.

This rack isn’t just tech—it’s the backbone of our modern lifestyle.

I’m thrilled to share my latest YouTube video showcasing my 2024 Unraid server setup! In just 10 minutes, I walk you through how I use the power of Unraid to create the ultimate centralized platform for all my digital needs.

Here’s what I cover in the video:

• 🎵 Music – How I organize and access my entire collection.
• 📸 Photos – Keeping precious memories safe and easy to browse.
• 🎥 Movies – Streaming my favorite films seamlessly.
• 📁 Files – Effortlessly managing all my important data.
• 🐳 Docker Containers – Running powerful apps and tools with ease.
• 💻 Virtual Machines – Hosting multiple VMs for work and play.

Whether you’re a seasoned Unraid user or just exploring the possibilities, this video is packed with tips and insights to help you unlock the full potential of your server.

Being a DevOps and SRE minded person professionally has a big benefit when it comes to home automation. Im constantly looking for ways to make my home automation more efficient and easier to manage. One of the important things to consider in your home automation is observability this usually comes via a some sort of Dashboard usually this is an application or two you use to interact with your smart devices. But as your ecosystem grows and more devices are brought online you need a way to see the full landscape at once. To achieve this I use a combination of Docker Containers running Grafana and InfluxDB.