Development Lab
Where I test, validate, and prototype before deploying to production.
Monitoring Systems
Testing sensor configurations, alert thresholds, and data collection methods for temperature, humidity, and equipment monitoring.
ActiveAutomation Workflows
Building and testing automated processes before client deployment. Report generation, data pipelines, system integrations.
ActiveSmart Home Systems
Evaluating self-hosted solutions for media, storage, and network services. Testing reliability and ease of use.
ActiveHardware Evaluation
Testing development boards, sensors, and components in real-world conditions before recommending to clients.
ActiveCurrent Focus
- Environmental monitoring for commercial and home use
- Low-cost sensor networks with reliable alerting
- Edge computing for local data processing
- Self-hosted alternatives to subscription services
- Integration patterns for connecting disparate systems
How I Work
I run actual systems, build real prototypes, and test things myself before deploying them for clients. The lab is where ideas get validated.
- Test configurations and failure scenarios before production
- Document what works and what does not
- Evaluate new hardware and software for practical use
- Build proof-of-concept systems for client review
For Vendors
If you make hardware or software for automation, monitoring, or edge computing, I am interested in evaluation and honest feedback.
- Real-world testing in actual projects
- Honest assessment of usability and reliability
- Clear feedback on documentation and developer experience
- No fake reviews or promotional content