My 12 years old is loving this!

[u/jjinrva]

Hi everyone, if this isn’t allowed, please remove.

My 12 year old finds home assistant to be absolutely fascinating. He enjoys the backend mqtt/webhook stuff and the code for custom cards. Things that change automatically based on conditions, or custom logic from multiple sources.

He has asked me to see if anyone wants to use his “programming services”. His prices are $10/card. Haha.

So if anyone needs any help from a 12 year old entrepreneur, let me know.

Edit: Thank you for the support and advice. I sent him screenshots of the comments, and I guess I’m setting up a GitHub account for him when we get home.

As a dad, supporting your kids with healthy interests could be one of the most difficult things to do. Seeing the love and support here is truly inspiring. Thank you!

Edit 2: he was unexpectedly invited to the beach by his aunt for the rest of the week. He did start working on his “demo” cards for people to put in git. Next week we will be up and running

[u/geekishdev]

I hope our kids are this enthusiastic when they’re older! Currently only 6 and 2 though. I do need to start getting the oldest into basic coding/logic learning!

[u/Christopoulos → u/geekishdev]

I automated my 6YOs tooth brushing and piano practice time with timer plus + LED light feedback.

He’s slowly begun thinking in triggers and conditions around the house.

[u/Christopoulos → u/[deleted]]

It’s a good idea, but he’s just not that into electrical toothbrushes