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In the era of smart homes, the ability to control your environment with just the sound of your voice is no longer a distant dream. Thanks to the open-source platform Home Assistant, building a voice-controlled home automation system is not only achievable but also surprisingly straightforward.
In this guide, we’ll walk through the basics of setting up your own voice-controlled paradise, complete with code examples to get you started.
Getting Started with Home Assistant
Before we dive into the voice-controlled wonders, let’s make sure you have Home Assistant up and running. If you haven’t installed it yet, head over to the Home Assistant website for detailed instructions. Once installed, you’ll be greeted by a user-friendly interface, which is your portal to the vast world of home automation.
Setting the Foundation: YAML Configuration
Home Assistant relies heavily on YAML configuration files. Don’t let the acronym scare you — YAML is a straightforward…
