5 ways you can automate your smart home with Node-RED
Armed with tons of automation features, Node-RED is the perfect companion for your smart home gadgets

When you’ve armed your home with smart gadgets and IoT paraphernalia, there are several ways you can enhance their functionality. There’s Home Assistant, which offers an easy UI to manage your smart home equipment. For a full-on surveillance system, you can opt for Frigate, MotionEye, or ZoneMinder. Then you’ve got Node-RED, a visual programming tool that makes automating your living space a cinch.