Hackster.io member Mithun Das has uploaded a new tutorial this week providing details on how to create your very own DIY smart home security system using a Raspberry Pi mini PC, OpenCV, and Amazon Cloud services. The smart home security system provides users with both face recognition and voice chat communication if desired without any monthly fee. Check out the demonstration video below to learn more about the smart home surveillance system created using a Raspberry Pi and AWS Cloud.
“When I was looking for installing home security camera one of the major concerns I had was that I don’t trust any vendor to spy on my house through the camera they would install. It’s an invasion of privacy and you don’t know if someone is really spying on you. Moreover, you need to pay a good amount of monthly fees for the service. So I decided to build my own. Yeah, it’s not as sophisticated as you can buy in the market but it does the job.”
Components and Software Required
To build this DIY smart home security system, you will need a few essential components and software. The primary hardware component is the Raspberry Pi mini PC, which serves as the brain of the system. Additionally, you will need a camera module compatible with the Raspberry Pi, such as the Raspberry Pi Camera Module V2. For software, OpenCV is used for face recognition, and Amazon Web Services (AWS) provides the cloud infrastructure for data storage and processing.
The tutorial on Hackster.io provides detailed instructions on setting up the Raspberry Pi, installing the necessary software, and configuring the AWS SDK. This ensures that even those with limited technical knowledge can follow along and successfully build their own smart home security system.
Advantages of a DIY Smart Home Security System
One of the primary advantages of creating your own smart home security system is the enhanced privacy and control it offers. Unlike commercial security systems, which may have vulnerabilities or backdoors that could be exploited by malicious actors, a DIY system allows you to have complete control over your data and who has access to it.
Another significant benefit is cost savings. Commercial security systems often come with hefty monthly fees for monitoring and cloud storage services. By building your own system, you can eliminate these recurring costs. The only expenses involved are the initial cost of the hardware and any optional cloud services you choose to use.
Moreover, a DIY system can be customized to meet your specific needs. Whether you want to add additional sensors, integrate with other smart home devices, or implement advanced features like voice recognition, the flexibility of a DIY approach allows for endless possibilities.
For more details, jump over to the official Hackster.io website where links to the required software and Amazon Web Services AWS SDK are available.
Source: Hackster.io
Latest Geeky Gadgets Deals
Disclosure: Some of our articles include affiliate links. If you buy something through one of these links, Geeky Gadgets may earn an affiliate commission. Learn about our Disclosure Policy.
