Flatline Robotics
Node-RED
Visual Automation
Create complex automations without writing code. Drag, drop, automate.
⏱ 2 Sessions · 2 Hrs Each
🎁 Keep Your Flows!
What You'll Learn
- Use Node-RED’s visual flow editor for automations
- Create complex logic without writing code
- Build conditional automations: if motion AND after sunset AND no one home, then turn on lights AND send notification
- Connect to MQTT, HTTP, and smart home APIs
- Process and transform data in real-time
- Create custom nodes for specialized functions
- Deploy automations to Home Assistant or standalone
Session by Session
1
Node-RED Basics
Install Node-RED, learn the interface, and build your first simple flow.
2
Advanced Flows
Create complex automations with conditions, timers, and multiple triggers.
3
Integration & Deployment
Connect to external services, MQTT, and deploy your flows.
4
Take Home Your Flows
Export your automation flows, ready to deploy on your own system.
Take Home Working Automations!
Your complete Node-RED flow library — complex automations ready to deploy on your smart home.
Skills You'll Gain
Node-RED
Visual Programming
Automation Logic
API Integration
Data Processing
Flow Design
Good to Know
- Intermediate workshop — some tech experience helpful
- Works with Home Assistant, MQTT, and hundreds of services
- No programming required — drag and drop interface
- Perfect for complex multi-step automations