Did you know that you can build your own LED light strip controller for a fraction of the cost of buying one? And that this DIY controller has over a hundred light patterns and effects, can sync multiple light strips together, has a mobile app and is designed to integrate with most home automation platforms? Yep.. and you can do it with no soldering, programming or other special skills and about $8.
Do you like to tinker? Do you like to learn new skills? Can you follow basic instructions or follow along with a video? Do you like to save substantial money? If you answered 'yes' to any of these, you may want to consider building your own smart home devices. This is actually easier than you think and doesn't require advanced tools, programming skills or a degree in electrical engineering. In fact, some devices can be build without soldering at all and without writing a single line of code.
Maybe you're still in the planning and research stage for your own smart home. Or maybe you've already established a platform. But at some stage, you are probably going to add new devices, actions and automations. If you are sharing your household with others or routinely have visitors or guests, you'll want to assure that your smart home is following the goals you initially established.
