smart-home

Build a local smart-home stack with Home Assistant, Frigate, and Ollama.

1|Updated Apr 13, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/tangzheng202202/hermes-skills --skill smart-home-tangzheng202202
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: smart-home
Source: https://github.com/tangzheng202202/hermes-skills/tree/main/07-smart-home/smart-home
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/tangzheng202202/hermes-skills --skill smart-home-tangzheng202202

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Provides a privacy-preserving, locally hosted blueprint for building a complete smart home stack with AI-powered automation, eliminating unnecessary cloud dependencies and vendor lock-in.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Local hub integration: Seamless coordination between Home Assistant, Frigate, and Ollama to automate devices, security, and routines.
  • AI-assisted automation: Local LLMs and ASR/TTS tooling enable natural language control without sending data to the cloud.
  • Architecture templates: Detailed deployment guidance, configuration templates, and phased implementation plans for reliable production operation.

Quick Start

Install the skill and follow the guided setup to deploy a local smart-home stack using Home Assistant, Frigate, and Ollama.

Frequently Asked Questions about smart-home

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I build a privacy-first smart home stack with local AI automation?

To build a privacy-first smart home stack, you orchestrate Home Assistant, Frigate, and Ollama to control devices and process AI routines locally. This eliminates cloud dependencies by providing architecture templates and deployment guidance for residential environments.

Does Home Assistant work with local LLMs for natural language control?

Yes, Home Assistant integrates with local LLMs via Ollama to enable natural language control. This setup uses local ASR and TTS tooling to process voice commands without sending your smart home data to the cloud.

What's the best way to integrate Frigate security cameras with Home Assistant?

Integrating Frigate security cameras with Home Assistant is best achieved using a local orchestration blueprint. This skill provides architecture templates and best-practice configurations to seamlessly coordinate camera feeds alongside your automated devices.

Can I run smart home automation entirely on edge computing devices?

Yes, you can run smart home automation on edge computing devices by following the provided phased implementation plans. This approach satisfies production-grade requirements by offering integration guidance, scalability considerations, and security hardening tips for local hosting.

How do I configure security hardening for a local smart home deployment?

Security hardening for a local smart home deployment is configured using the provided best-practice configurations. The deployment guidance includes specific security measures and scalability considerations to ensure reliable production operation without vendor lock-in.