Home Information Logo # Features Home Information provides comprehensive tools for organizing, monitoring, and controlling all aspects of your home. Features are organized by the value they provide to you as a homeowner. ## Information Management & Organization **What it does:** Store, organize, and access all your home-related documents, notes, and data using a visual, location-based approach. Kitchen Example   Info View/Edit Example ### Spatial Data Organization - **Position items visually** on floor plans or property maps - **Multiple location support** - separate views for different floors, attic, basement, or outdoor areas - **Custom background images** - upload floor plans, property surveys, or photos of your actual spaces - **Flexible item types** - individual items (appliances, fixtures), areas (pool, garden), or linear features (electrical lines, plumbing) **Real-world benefit:** Instead of searching through folders for "kitchen appliance info," you click on your kitchen and see all relevant information right where you'd expect it. ### Document & Information Storage - **Upload any file type** - manuals, warranties, photos, receipts, inspection reports - **Rich text notes** - maintenance logs, specifications, installation notes - **Attribute system** - structured data like model numbers, purchase dates, service providers - **Full search** across all stored information (future) **Use case example:** Your dishwasher starts making noise. Click on it to instantly see the manual, warranty info, installation date, and service history - everything you need to decide whether to call for service or attempt a repair. ### Multi-View Organization - **Location Views** - different perspectives of the same physical space (All Items, Kitchen Focus, Security Zones) - **Collections** - organize portable items like tools, small appliances, or seasonal decorations - **Zoom and focus** - save specific view settings for easy navigation to areas of interest **Perfect for:** Managing complex properties where a single view becomes cluttered, or focusing on specific systems (like showing only HVAC-related items). ### HomeBox Inventory Integration - **Item synchronization** - automatically import items from HomeBox into your home layout - **Attribute display** - view item details, warranties, purchase info, and custom fields - **Attachment support** - access documents and photos attached to HomeBox items - **Managed attributes** - HomeBox-sourced attributes are read-only to avoid conflicting edits **Use case example:** You track all your appliances and tools in HomeBox. Home Information pulls them in so you can position them on your floor plan alongside your smart home devices, giving you a complete view of everything in your home. ## Home Automation & Device Control **What it does:** Integrate with existing home automation systems to provide device control within the spatial context of your home. ### Home Assistant Integration - **Device control** - lights, switches, sensors, and other Home Assistant-managed devices - **Status monitoring** - real-time device states displayed visually on your home layout - **Historical data** - device state change histories and usage patterns - **Automated rules** - create event triggers and automation rules **Real-world benefit:** Instead of opening a separate app and navigating device lists, you see device status right on your home map and control them in context. Automation View Example ### Event & Automation System - **Visual rule builder** - create automation rules using the spatial interface - **Cross-system integration** - rules can involve devices from different platforms - **Event history** - track what happened when across all your systems **Use case example:** Set up a rule where motion detected in the driveway (security system) automatically turns on the porch light (home automation) and sends you an alert with the camera view. ### Weather & Environmental Data - **Local weather integration** - current conditions and forecasts using your exact coordinates - **Astronomical data** - sunrise/sunset, moon phases for outdoor lighting and security planning - **Integration with local sensors** - if you have weather stations or environmental monitoring ## Security & Monitoring **What it does:** Unify security monitoring, alerts, and camera management within your home's spatial context. ### Visual Security Management - **Security zone visualization** - see armed/disarmed status using color-coded zones on your home layout - **Multi-mode support** - different security profiles (Home, Away, Sleep) with different zone configurations - **Historical security data** - track arm/disarm events, sensor triggers, and security system activity **Real-world benefit:** At a glance, see which areas of your home are secured and quickly identify any issues without navigating through security system menus. ### ZoneMinder Camera Integration - **Camera positioning** - place camera icons exactly where cameras are located and define the areas they cover - **Live stream access** - click on camera icons to view live feeds - **Event browsing** - review motion detection events and recordings - **Auto-viewing** - automatically display relevant camera feeds when alarms trigger **Use case example:** Motion sensor triggers in the backyard. The system automatically shows you the backyard camera feed while logging the event and can send email alerts with relevant information. Security View Example ### Alert & Notification System - **Visual alerts** - on-screen notifications with color-coded severity - **Audio alerts** - customizable sounds for different event types - **Email notifications** - stay informed when away from home - **Smart filtering** - avoid alert fatigue with intelligent event prioritization ### Advanced Security Features - **Event correlation** - connect security events across different systems (motion + camera + lights) - **Alarm history** - comprehensive logging and analysis of security events - **Customize security modes** - define your own security profiles for Home/Away/Sleep ## User Interface & Experience **What it does:** Provide intuitive, efficient ways to interact with all your home information and systems. ### Visual Navigation - **Spatial interface** - navigate by clicking on areas of your home - **Zoom controls** - focus on specific areas or see the big picture - **Multiple view modes** - switch between different perspectives of your home - **Touch-friendly** - works well on tablets and touch displays ### Screen Management - **Sleep mode** - dim the interface for always-on displays without disrupting functionality - **Screen lock** - temporary password protection for when visitors are present - **Sound controls** - mute/unmute alerts and system sounds - **Always-on friendly** - designed for dedicated home displays ### Editing & Administration - **Visual editing mode** - drag and drop items, resize, and reshape areas - **Bulk operations** - efficiently manage multiple items or data imports - **User management** - multiple user accounts with different access levels (optional) - **Backup & restore** - keeps history of all information changes and one-click restoring **Perfect for:** Households that want a dedicated home management display, or anyone who prefers visual organization over list-based interfaces. Editing View Example ## Integration & Extensibility **What it does:** Work with your existing home technology investments and provide a platform for future expansion. ### Current Integrations - **Home Assistant** - Complete integration with the popular open-source home automation platform - **ZoneMinder** - Full-featured security camera management - **HomeBox** - Home inventory management and item tracking - **Weather APIs** - National Weather Service and OpenMeteo for local conditions ### Integration Architecture - **API-based** - clean interfaces for adding new integrations - **Local-first** - integrations work within your network, no cloud dependencies required - **Modular design** - enable only the integrations you need ### Data Management - **Local storage** - all data stays on your devices using SQLite - **File management** - uploaded documents stored in organized directory structure - **Export capabilities** - protect your data investment with export options - **Privacy by design** - no external data sharing unless you explicitly configure it **Future-ready:** The platform is designed to accommodate new integrations as your needs evolve or new home technologies emerge. ## Getting Started Benefits **Day 1 Value:** Even before setting up any integrations, you can start organizing your home information and see immediate benefits from having everything in one visual interface. **Progressive Enhancement:** Start simple with just information management, then add device integration and monitoring as you have time and interest. **Flexible Implementation:** Works equally well for simple documentation needs or complex multi-system integration scenarios. **Investment Protection:** Integrates with existing systems rather than requiring you to replace working technology.