Home Assistant Node-RED Install Plus Examples

Learn how to install, configure, and utilize the Node-RED add-on for Home Assistant in this comprehensive video tutorial. Discover the power of visual home automation as you explore Node-RED's layout, access methods, and node-based rule creation. Follow along with practical examples demonstrating motion detection for lighting control, light level checks, and timer implementations. Master troubleshooting techniques, test your rules using the Inject Node, and enhance your setup with the Sunrise/Sunset BigTimer Node. Gain insights on installing additional nodes to expand functionality. By the end of this 75-minute guide, you'll have the skills to create efficient, visually-driven home automation rules using Node-RED in Home Assistant.

Intro
Install Node-RED
Access Node-RED
Overview
Motion Detection - Light On
Troubleshooting
Motion Detection - Light Off
Check Light Level
Delay Node
Stop Timer Node
Testing with Inject Node
Comment Node
Sunrise/Sunset BigTimer Node
Install A Node