Smart Home Tech
Understanding and working with the hardware and software ecosystem that enables home automation, energy management, and connected living.
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Why It Matters
AI assistants are the interface to smart homes, but technicians who understand the underlying protocols (Zigbee, Z-Wave, Matter, Wi-Fi) and can troubleshoot connectivity issues are essential as adoption scales.
How to Get Started
Take CompTIA's IoT fundamentals course, set up a personal smart home lab with a mix of devices and protocols, and earn a manufacturer certification from Google Nest, Amazon, or Apple.
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