Explore a comprehensive comparison of popular open source home automation tools in this 41-minute conference talk by Leon Anavi from Konsulko Group. Gain insights into the growing demand for customizable IoT solutions and learn about key platforms such as Home Assistant, OpenHAB, and Domoticz. Discover supported embedded Linux development boards and out-of-the-box IoT device compatibility. Follow practical examples for simple home automation setups and understand the advantages of open source solutions for managing devices from various manufacturers. Suitable for open source enthusiasts, makers, engineers, students, and beginners, this presentation covers topics including Internet of Things, collaborative projects, key features of each platform, and other open source systems like MrHouse, OpenMortix, and Mozilla Web of Things Gateway.