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Simple ≠ Useful

If you've ever struggled with YAML’s rigid syntax, spent hours debugging automations or wished you could seamlessly integrate AI into your smart home, you're not alone.

Traditional Home Assistant automations are great if you keep things simple, but it’s difficult when you want to create a sophistcated flow to meet your needs:
❌ Hard to debug – Difficult to handle and manipulate entities and data structures.
❌ Difficult to scale – Managing dozens of automations in YAML quickly becomes unmanageable.
❌ Limited without custom development – Unlocking advanced features often requires installing new integrations or using custom python code.
❌ AI-unfriendly – Integrating modern AI tools takes extra effort and technical know-how.

There’s a better way. Meet Node-RED.

I will show you how to supercharge Home Assistant with Node-RED, a free visual automation tool that can be installed in or out of Home assistant:
✅ Build automations with drag-and-drop simplicity – No more YAML headaches.
✅ Leverage AI and powerful web APIs – Easily integrate GPT, image recognition, and more.
✅ Debug automations effortlessly – See real-time data flows and quickly troubleshoot issues.
✅ Scale automations with ease – Keep things modular and manageable.
✅ Use JavaScript & JSON instead of YAML & Python – More power, more flexibility.
✅ Run automations in parallel – Use powerful control flow mechanisms to combine and orchestrate automations effortlessly.
✅ Access everything Home Assistant can – Any integration Home Assistant uses in its automations, Node-RED can leverage too.

“By far, the best part of the course are the AI modules. But I definitely liked the depth you went into explain each of the nodes.”
— Smart Home Enthusiast (Node-RED Made Simple)

A cheat code for infinite potential

There is no upper-limit when using Node-RED. Here’s a true story: I needed a way to connect my smart home to a note-taking app. I initially chose Notion because Node-RED could read, write and search my Notion docs. It even enabled me to trigger automations right within the app - making it the first of their kind! There were no forums or tutorials for this, but Node-RED made it possible.

Then lightning struck twice

I replicated the same functionality in Obsidian. No plugins. No tutorials. No integrations. Just me, Node-RED, and the broken glass ceiling.

That’s the beauty of Node-RED: it’s not just about working with what’s available—it’s about creating what’s not possible. Node-RED removes the limits imposed by devices and platforms. You don’t need to wait for updates to enable support. You can do it yourself right now. Take control over your smart home and do more with home assistant.

Node-RED made these automations possible

I used these Notion Automations to 10x my productivity

Obsidian will change how you smart home forever

Unlock More from Home Assistant with Node-RED

Even when simply applied, Node-RED lets you create unique and personalized automations that enhance your daily life in ways you never thought possible.

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Made Simple For Home Assistant Users

Over six months, I poured more than a decade of software engineering expertise, creativity, and smart home experimentation into this course to make your automation journey faster, easier, and more impactful.

This isn’t a replacement for Home Assistant—it’s the upgrade package for those who refuse to settle for “good enough.” If you’re bold enough to imagine a smart home that does more, reacts smarter, and operates seamlessly, then this course is your next step.

Here’s what makes Node-RED Made Simple course a game-changer:

This is your step-by-step blueprint to mastering Node-RED, designed exclusively for Home Assistant users. You’ll discover:

  • How to build stunning automations—both inside and outside of Home Assistant—that go beyond the ordinary.

  • Node-RED concepts demystified with explanations so simple, it’s like having a friend walk you through it.

  • Ready-to-apply examples that you can implement immediately—no guesswork required.

By the end of the course, you won’t just know Node-RED—you’ll wield it like a pro. You’ll have the skills to build automations from scratch and confidently convert your existing Home Assistant automations into powerful, scalable Node-RED flows.

  • Install Node-RED and learn its basics and interface.

    • How to import automations and get started fast

    • Build and run your own flows

    • Understand JSON and data flows.

  • Discover how to build basic automations using popular built-in Node-RED tools:

    • Learn my everyday-go-to nodes

    • Helpful tricks to troubleshoot your automations

    • Learn to automate without smart devices

  • Learn how to use both Home Assistant and Node Red together to create useful home automations:

    • Learn to use Node-Red and Home Assistant together

    • Learn automation techniques unique to Node-Red

    • Recreate common automations using this system

  • Exercise your skills through several capstone challenges and build powerful automations:

    • Get my personal plugin recommendations

    • Discover my personal everyday automations

    • Create automations and compare with mine

  • Start using Large Language Models to create advanced automations:

    • Access OpenAI, Gemini, and Ollama in your automations

    • Create an AI Chatbot

    • Learn the basics to creating your own personal “JARVIS”

Exclusive Bonuses: Unlock Your Smart Home's Full Potential

To help you get the most out of Node-RED Made Simple, I’ve packed in some incredible bonuses:

Bonus #1: Ready-to-Use Automation Templates ($50 value)

No need to build from scratch! Instantly import pre-built Node-RED automations, so you can focus on learning and customizing, not troubleshooting.

Bonus #2: Four Low-key underrated Nodes That Home Assistant Can’t Match! (Priceless)

Unlock four powerful Node-RED nodes that bring AI, advanced logic, and next-level automation—capabilities big-tech devices simply don’t offer.

Bonus #3: Obsidian Quick Script Setup (Priceless)

Connect your smart home with Obsidian without the hassle. Use the provided scripts to drastically simplify your setup.

Bonus #4: Obsidian + Smart Home Mini-Course ($100 value)

Go beyond the basics! Learn how to integrate Obsidian with your smart home, unlocking automations that even big tech can’t compete with.

Ready to break through your smart home limits?

Node-RED Made Simple + Exclusive Bonuses = $550 value

But for a One-time investment of just $400, you’ll gain access to the Node-RED Made Simple course and all the bonuses.

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“what I saw inspired me. I always wanted an innovative tool for notes and I think obsidian is the best one. In addition with your idea to write prompts in obsidian which then can trigger optimized automations in node red and home assistant is fantastic.”
— Elmar (Obsidian + Smart Home Course)

A Guarantee to Help You Succeed

I know the feeling. You’ve probably taken online courses before—some were amazing, others… not so much. I get it, and I don’t want you to feel that way about this.

Here’s why I’m confident this course is different: I’ve created over 100 videos showcasing how I use Node-RED to build smart home automations that break free from Home Assistant’s limitations. I’ve distilled everything I’ve learned into this course to help you unlock your smart home’s full potential.

And because I believe in this course so strongly, I’m offering a 30-day money-back guarantee.

If at any point you feel this isn’t the right fit or change your mind, simply let me know, and I’ll refund your investment—no hard feelings, no hassle.

I simply want to pass along to you the fundamentals I use to build amazing automations.

“I had been using many of those nodes for quite a while and found out new things that I didn’t know that they could do. That information made some of the things I was doing much less complicated than how I had been doing them.”
— Smart Home Enthusiast (Node-RED Made Simple)

✺ Frequently asked questions ✺

  • No, the course is open to everyone! When you purchase the course, you’ll automatically be enrolled as a paid member, giving you the same access and privileges as subscribers. This membership is free for the first year, and after that, the subscription will begin. You can cancel the subscription at any time without losing access to the course content.

  • It’s all about creating long-term value for everyone. By keeping the course separate from the membership, early buyers benefit as the course grows and improves over time, making it feel like a bargain as its value increases. Meanwhile, members who aren’t interested in the course can still enjoy an affordable subscription without paying for something they don’t need. This approach ensures fairness and flexibility for all smart home enthusiasts.

  • No, your course access is not tied to your membership. When you purchase the course, you’re automatically enrolled in a 1-year free membership as a bonus. If you choose to cancel your subscription at the end of the year, you’ll still retain full access to the course content.

  • If you bought the course, you will have Lifetime Access. If there are updates or new modules to the course, you will have access to those too

  • The course is currently available for everyone who bought during the presale. It will be open to the public before the end of 2024

  • If you have a Mac or PC you are well on your way. Though it isn't mandatory, it is STRONGLY encourage that you have Home Assistant with access to Home Assistant Community Store (HACS). This will allow you to download Node-Red directly in your Home Assistant Instance.

  • This course is highly specialized for Home Assistant users. Most Node-RED tutorials out there focus on generic use cases, which means you’d need to spend extra time figuring out how to adapt them to your smart home setup. This course saves you that hassle by teaching you exactly how to use Node-RED in a Home Assistant environment.

    And here’s what really sets it apart: at the time of creating this course, there are no other courses that teach you how to integrate AI into your smart home automations. This isn’t just another tutorial—it’s a unique opportunity to learn cutting-edge techniques that you won’t find anywhere else.

  • Great news! You’ll receive a 1-year free trial added to your membership. Your current subscription will remain active but will switch to trial mode for the 360-day period. Once the trial ends, your regular subscription will resume.

  • If you purchased the course before the official launch, you can get your money back at any time before the course launches up until 30 days after the launch. If you purchased the course after the launch, you can get a full refund within the 30 day purchase window.

  • You’ll have full access to the Technithusiast community to ask your questions. You can post directly in the course area or on the Discussion Board space, which is visible to all paid members, whether they’re taking the course or not. This broad visibility increases the chances of getting helpful responses.

    While my availability is limited, I regularly review community posts and do my best to provide answers when needed. You're never alone in this journey—there’s a whole community ready to support you!

  • NOPE! I will take you through the basics from installing it into Home Assistant all the way to using it to build automations.

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