Unlocking Home Automation with Joshua Kelleway of IAM Systems

09/10/24 • 69 min

Curious about how to get started with Home Automation? This episode of the Uncast Show promises to teach you with expert insights from Joshua Kelleway, the founder and lead system integration consultant at IAM Systems in Australia. Whether you're starting out with small home projects or working on professional setups, Josh’s journey and expertise will guide you through the nuances of home automation.
Joshua shares his top recommendations for hardware and home lab servers, explaining why Unraid stands out with its user-friendly interface, ease of training, and efficient deployment and recovery capabilities, making it a reliable choice for their IAMHOME server product.
For the DIY smart home enthusiasts, get the latest on current home automation trends and general advice on brands and hardware to avoid. Joshua also provides practical advice on starting with Home Assistant and using Zigbee-based devices for retrofitting lighting systems. Also, we compare various home automation technologies and examine the best practices for smart camera placements and climate control systems. Security-conscious listeners will appreciate our deep dive into the benefits of PoE cameras over Wi-Fi cameras and how advanced geolocation-based automation can make managing your home a breeze from anywhere. Tune in for an info-packed hour filled with expert recommendations and innovative solutions for your smart home needs.
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Transcript

Speaker 100:00:22.195

Hi guys , and welcome to another episode of the Uncast Show . Now today we've got a very special guest . We've got Josh Kelleway , who's the founder and lead system integration consultant at IAM Systems over in Australia . Josh , it's great to have you . Thank you very much for taking the time out of your day to speak to us . Thank you for coming on the show .

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