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I’m replacing Amazon Alexa with my own, completely local AI voice assistant!! The amazing part is that it cleanly integrates with my home automation system, Home Assistant. Also, it’s using local LLMs like llama3.2 with Ollama. I think it’s finally time for you to replace your voice assistant with something local.

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1. Tired of Alexa? Build a fully local AI assistant with Raspberry Pi.
2. No more cloud; let’s make privacy-first voice commands a reality.
3. Run a custom voice assistant using Home Assistant and Whisper.
4. Control your home offline with local voice automation.
5. Replace Alexa with your own AI using Piper TTS.
6. Setup a local AI assistant that answers like Terry Crews!
7. Customize wake words and commands with Home Assistant.
8. Fully local speech-to-text with Whisper, no cloud required.
9. Train your own AI assistant’s voice with Piper.
10. Learn how to integrate Ollama with Home Assistant.
11. Set up a private, offline AI voice assistant from scratch.
12. Privacy-focused home automation with a Raspberry Pi.
13. Create your voice assistant with a unique personality.
14. Offload voice processing to your AI server for speed.
15. Use the Wyoming protocol for secure, private voice commands.
16. Follow this step-by-step tutorial for a local AI assistant.
17. Achieve full voice control offline with Home Assistant’s Assist.
18. Level up with Whisper, Piper, and Ollama – no cloud.
19. Equip Raspberry Pi with the ReSpeaker Pi Hat for voice.
20. Make Raspberry Pi your private AI assistant’s powerhouse.
21. Step-by-step setup for DIY voice automation at home.
22. Use Open Wake Word for custom assistant wake commands.
23. Fully offline, voice-powered smart home with Whisper and Piper.
24. Achieve seamless voice-to-text processing locally.
25. Run your AI assistant on Raspberry Pi or a dedicated server.

#homeassistant #alexa #ollama

my local, AI Voice Assistant (I replaced Alexa!!)

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October 29, 2024 11:48 pm

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I’ve got a problem only home automation can fix. My youngest daughter keeps throwing entire rolls of toilet paper into the toilet because people keep leaving the lid and bathroom door open! So, I turned to Home Assistant to solve it. In this video, I’ll show you how I tackled this problem and walk you through setting up Home Assistant for your own home.

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1. “How to Automate Your Home Using Home Assistant and Raspberry Pi”
2. “Solving Everyday Household Problems with Smart Home Technology”
3. “Using Home Assistant to Keep Your Toilet Lid and Bathroom Door Closed”
4. “DIY Smart Home Automation Tutorial for Beginners”
5. “Step-by-Step Guide: Setting Up Home Assistant on Raspberry Pi”
6. “Integrate Zigbee Contact Sensors with Home Assistant Easily”
7. “Creative Home Automation Ideas to Prevent Toilet Mishaps”
8. “Home Assistant Automations Using Proximity Sensors Explained”
9. “Smart Home Parenting Hacks: Keep Kids Safe with Technology”
10. “Control TVs with Custom Messages Using Home Assistant and Plex”
11. “How to Flash Smart Lights as Alerts with Home Assistant”
12. “Managing Internet Access via Home Assistant and Firewall Rules”
13. “Combining Plex and Apple TV in Home Automation Projects”
14. “Solving Real-Life Issues with DIY Home Automation Solutions”
15. “Top Smart Home Devices for Home Automation in 2023”
16. “Complete Guide to Using Home Assistant for Home Automation”
17. “Automate Household Tasks with Smart Sensors and Home Assistant”
18. “Prevent Bathroom Accidents with Smart Home Technology”
19. “Using Home Assistant to Manage and Control Smart Devices”
20. “Integrate Smart Lights, Sensors, and Media Players Seamlessly”
21. “Home Automation Projects for Parents: Keep Your House Safe”
22. “Use Technology to Solve Common Parenting Challenges”
23. “Home Assistant Automations: From Idea to Implementation”
24. “Build a Smart Home System with Raspberry Pi and Home Assistant”
25. “Advanced Home Assistant Automations for Creative Solutions”

#homeassistant #raspberrypi #homeautomation

your home automation SUCKS!!

October 25, 2024 4:54 pm

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so...I took my last video down

October 15, 2024 11:21 pm

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Get control of your passwords with Dashlane: https://ntck.co/dashlanenwc50 (50% off) with code: nwc50<br /><br /><br />Linus Tech Tips took on the CompTIA A+ certification… and let's just say his takes were pretty spicy! He even took his video down, possibly due to violating CompTIA's rules—though that's just speculation. At the time I made this video, Linus's original video was still up. As a former CompTIA A+ card-carrying member, I had to respond. In this video, I break down everything Linus got wrong, what he got right, and why the A+ certification is still relevant today for anyone starting in IT.<br /><br /><br />🔥🔥Learn more about my CompTIA A+ course: https://ntck.co/NCAcademy <br /><br /><br /><br />**Sponsored by Dashlane <br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br />SUPPORT NETWORKCHUCK<br />---------------------------------------------------<br />➡️NetworkChuck membership: https://ntck.co/Premium <br />☕☕ COFFEE and MERCH: https://ntck.co/coffee <br /><br />Check out my new channel: https://ntck.co/ncclips <br /><br />🆘🆘NEED HELP?? Join the Discord Server: https://discord.gg/networkchuck <br /><br />STUDY WITH ME on Twitch: https://bit.ly/nc_twitch <br /><br />READY TO LEARN??<br />---------------------------------------------------<br />-Learn Python: https://bit.ly/3rzZjzz <br />-Get your CCNA: https://bit.ly/nc-ccna <br /><br />FOLLOW ME EVERYWHERE<br />---------------------------------------------------<br />Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/networkchuck/ <br />Twitter: https://twitter.com/networkchuck <br />Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NetworkChuck/ <br />Join the Discord server: http://bit.ly/nc-discord <br /><br /><br /><br /><br />AFFILIATES & REFERRALS<br />---------------------------------------------------<br />(GEAR I USE...STUFF I RECOMMEND)<br />My network gear: https://geni.us/L6wyIUj <br />Amazon Affiliate Store: https://www.amazon.com/shop/networkchuck <br />Buy a Raspberry Pi: https://geni.us/aBeqAL<br />Do you want to know how I draw on the screen?? Go to https://ntck.co/EpicPen and use code NetworkChuck to get 20% off!! <br />fast and reliable unifi in the cloud: https://hostifi.com/?via=chuck<br /><br /><br />"Linus Tech Tips Takes on CompTIA A+ Certification"<br />"Is CompTIA A+ Certification Worth It in 2023?"<br />"Network Chuck Reacts to Linus Tech Tips' A+ Exam Experience"<br />"Starting Your IT Career with CompTIA A+ Certification"<br />"CompTIA A+ Certification: Essential for Beginners?"<br />"Linus Tech Tips Critiques CompTIA A+: A Response"<br />"The Value of CompTIA A+ Certification Explained"<br />"Should You Get CompTIA A+ Certified? Network Chuck Weighs In"<br />"CompTIA A+ Exam: What Linus Tech Tips Got Wrong"<br />"Is the CompTIA A+ Still Relevant Today?"<br />"CompTIA A+ Exam Tips and Secrets Revealed"<br />"How CompTIA A+ Launched My IT Career"<br />"Network Chuck Academy: Comprehensive CompTIA A+ Training"<br />"Debunking Linus's Criticisms of the CompTIA A+ Exam"<br />"Understanding CompTIA A+ Exam Objectives"<br />"Why CompTIA A+ Certification Matters for IT Newcomers"<br />"CompTIA A+ for Landing Entry-Level IT Jobs"<br />"Linus vs. CompTIA A+: The Real Story"<br />"The Importance of A+ Certification in IT—Network Chuck's Perspective"<br />"In-Depth Analysis of CompTIA A+ Certification"<br />"Breaking Down Linus's CompTIA A+ Experience"<br />"Real-World Applications of CompTIA A+ Exam Content"<br />"Is CompTIA A+ Certification Worth the $500 Investment?"<br />"Kickstart Your IT Journey with CompTIA A+ Certification"<br /><br /><br />#linustechtips #ltt #comptia

Linus took the A+....but where is his video?

October 11, 2024 6:05 pm

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$Get NordVPN 2Y plan + 4 months extra plus up to 20 GB Saily data voucher ➼ https://nordvpn.com/networkchuck It’s risk-free with Nord’s 30-day money-back guarantee! In this video, I install a high-precision time server in my studio using the OpenTimeCard Mini from TimeBeat. Instead of relying on external Network Time Protocol (NTP) servers, I’m hosting my own time server to achieve nanosecond-level accuracy using Precision Time Protocol (PTP). The OpenTimeCard Mini combines a GPS module that receives signals from satellites equipped with atomic clocks and a Raspberry Pi Compute Module 4 (CM4) acting as the server. This setup allows me to synchronize all the clocks on my network with unprecedented precision. Additional Information: • The Birth of Atomic Clocks: The first practical atomic clock was developed in 1955 by Louis Essen at the National Physical Laboratory in the UK. By 1967, the second was redefined based on the vibrations of cesium atoms, marking a significant leap in timekeeping accuracy. • GPS Satellites and Timekeeping: The Global Positioning System (GPS) began with the launch of its first satellite in 1978. These satellites carry atomic clocks that provide precise time signals, revolutionizing navigation and global time synchronization. • Understanding NTP Synchronization: The Network Time Protocol (NTP) dynamically adjusts its synchronization intervals, typically ranging from 64 to 1,024 seconds, to maintain accurate time across devices connected to the internet. • Time Zones and Global Standardization: The concept of standardized time zones was proposed by Sir Sandford Fleming in 1879. The 1884 International Meridian Conference endorsed these time zones, paving the way for the global timekeeping system we use today. • Raspberry Pi and Hardware Timestamping: While the Raspberry Pi Compute Module 4 (CM4) allows for hardware timestamping through additional network interfaces, the standard Raspberry Pi 4 does not support this feature on its built-in Ethernet port. The new Raspberry Pi 5 introduces hardware timestamping support directly on its Ethernet interface. • Why Nanosecond Accuracy Matters: Industries such as financial trading, where transactions happen in fractions of a second, rely heavily on precise time synchronization. Broadcasting and aerospace also require this level of accuracy to ensure seamless operations. Further Reading and Resources: • TimeBeat’s OpenTimeCard Mini: https://store.timebeat.app/products/open-timecard-mini • TimeBeat Software: https://www.timebeat.app/solutions/ • Understanding Precision Time Protocol (PTP): https://www.timebeat.app/blog/sync-showdown-ntp-vs-ptp-vs-tsn-vs-ethercat • History of Timekeeping: https://www.timebeat.app/blog/timekeeping-history-and-technology • Quartz Crystal Oscillators Explained: https://www.timebeat.app/blog/quartz-crystal-oscillators • Atomic Clocks and GPS Technology: https://www.timebeat.app/blog/atomic-clocks-gps-timing • Raspberry Pi Hardware Capabilities: https://www.timebeat.app/raspberry-pi-hardware-capabilities • Network Time Protocol (NTP) Details: https://www.timebeat.app/blog/sync-showdown-ntp-vs-ptp • Global Standard Time Zones: https://www.timebeat.app/blog/global-time-zones 🔥🔥Join the NetworkChuck Academy!: https://ntck.co/NCAcademy **Sponsored by NordVPN SUPPORT NETWORKCHUCK --------------------------------------------------- ☕☕ COFFEE and MERCH: https://ntck.co/coffee 🆘🆘NEED HELP?? Join the Discord Server: https://discord.gg/networkchuck FOLLOW ME EVERYWHERE --------------------------------------------------- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/networkchuck/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/networkchuck Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NetworkChuck/ Join the Discord server: http://bit.ly/nc-discord AFFILIATES & REFERRALS --------------------------------------------------- (GEAR I USE...STUFF I RECOMMEND) My network gear: https://geni.us/L6wyIUj Amazon Affiliate Store: https://www.amazon.com/shop/networkchuck Buy a Raspberry Pi: https://geni.us/aBeqAL Do you want to know how I draw on the screen?? Go to https://ntck.co/EpicPen and use code NetworkChuck to get 20% off!! fast and reliable unifi in the cloud: https://hostifi.com/?via=chuck 1. How to set up a nanosecond-level time server using TimeBeat’s OpenTimeCard 2. Achieving precise time synchronization with Precision Time Protocol (PTP) 3. Installing a GPS-based time server with Raspberry Pi Compute Module 4 4. Understanding the difference between NTP and PTP for network timekeeping 5. Configuring TimeBeat software for nanosecond accuracy 6. Implementing hardware timestamping for ultra-precise timing 7. Step-by-step guide to setting up a Stratum 1 NTP server 8. Using GPS antennas for optimal time server reception 9. Exploring the history of timekeeping—from sundials to atomic clocks 10. Why nanosecond-level synchronization is crucial in financial trading #ptp #timeserver$

so...I put a Time Server in my HomeLab

October 8, 2024 2:00 pm

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playing with the Rasperry Pi AI Camera

October 1, 2024 11:36 pm

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a raspberry pi docker container?!?

September 25, 2024 8:57 pm

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🚀 In this video, I dive deep into my Docker addiction and reveal 18 unconventional and powerful ways I use Docker every day. From running full GUI browsers in containers to setting up isolated hacking labs, these tips will transform how you think about Docker. Let's get started!

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18 Weird and Wonderful ways I use Docker

September 25, 2024 4:31 pm

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