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Training: Mastering Open Source Home Automation with OpenHAB - Installation, Configuration & Automation

Course created on July 27, 2026Updated on October 5, 2026

On quote$3,465

3 days
Onsite
8 people max.

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Ref: FGW615

8 people max.

On quote$3,465

In-company rate: on quotefrom $6,290 for the whole team

On-site and certification exam on quote

3 days

Onsite

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Why this program matters

Without mastering open source home automation with OpenHAB, 70 % of installations fail during initial configuration, generating unnecessary hours of debugging.
Each incident costs an average of 1 500 € in downtime and emergency interventions, multiplying losses for integrators and IT managers.
Dissatisfied clients flee to the competition, threatening contracts and professional reputation.
Each month without reliable automation, your company accumulates critical risks and loses essential business opportunities.

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Learning objectives

Install and configure OpenHAB on various platforms (Raspberry Pi, servers, PC)
Discover the architecture, concepts of things, links and rules in OpenHAB
Integrate and control connected devices via OpenHAB (Zigbee, Z-Wave, MQTT, etc.)
Set up customized user interfaces (Sitemaps, HABPanel, MainUI Pages)
Implement complex automation scenarios and rules
Secure, back up and maintain an OpenHAB installation

Program

Module 1Introduction to open source home automation & OpenHAB installation

Overview of home automation and open source solutions; presentation of the OpenHAB project, concepts and architecture. Download, installation on Raspberry Pi/PC/VM, discovery of the console and PaperUI/MainUI interface. Network configuration, port management, secure remote access.

Module 2Discovering features – things, links, interface, equipment integration

Adding equipment via official Bindings: Z-Wave, Zigbee, MQTT, KNX, TCP/UDP, etc. Discovery and creation of Things, Items, Channels. Setting up Sitemaps and creating panels with HABPanel/MainUI. User management and access rights. Practice: Integrate a sensor, a smart plug, a smart bulb.

Module 3Automate, secure and optimize OpenHAB for daily use

Writing simple and advanced automation rules (DSL, Blockly), creating ambiance scenarios, time-based programming, notifications, external scripts. Backups, restoration, logging, maintenance and updates. Tips for optimization, monitoring and security of the home automation installation. Case studies, discussions on participants' personal projects.

Evaluation method

Multiple-choice quizzes at the end of each module
Case study: implementation of a mini home automation project with OpenHAB using simulated or real hardware

Learning method

Interactive training with live demonstrations
Hands-on practice on cloud or VM test environments
Detailed course materials and downloadable documentation
Remote workshops with individualized feedback

Methods, materials and delivery

The Training: Mastering Open Source Home Automation with OpenHAB - Installation, Configuration & Automation program is delivered onsite or remote (blended-learning, virtual classroom, remote presence). At Learni, an industry-certified training organization, every program is built to maximize skills acquisition regardless of the chosen format.

The trainer alternates between demonstrative, interrogative and active methods (through hands-on labs and/or scenarios). This pedagogical approach guarantees concrete learning that's immediately applicable at work.

Equipment required

For the smooth delivery of the Training: Mastering Open Source Home Automation with OpenHAB - Installation, Configuration & Automation program, the following equipment is required:

Mac or PC computers, high-speed fiber internet, whiteboard or flipchart, projector or interactive touch screen (for remote sessions)
Training environments installed on workstations or accessible online
Course materials, hands-on exercises and complementary resources
Post-training access to materials and educational resources

For intra-company training on a site outside Learni, the client commits to providing all required teaching materials (computers, internet, etc.) for the smooth delivery of the program in line with the prerequisites in the communicated program.

* contact us for remote delivery feasibility** ratio varies depending on the program

Skills assessment methods

Assessment of skills acquired during the Training: Mastering Open Source Home Automation with OpenHAB - Installation, Configuration & Automation program is performed through:

During training: case studies, hands-on labs and professional scenarios
End of training: self-assessment questionnaire and skills evaluation by the trainer
After training: completion certificate detailing acquired skills

Program accessibility

Learni is committed to making its programs accessible. All our programs are accessible to people with disabilities. Our teams are available to adapt the pedagogical methods to your specific needs. Please contact us for any adjustment request.

Enrollment terms and lead times

Registration is possible up to 48 business hours before the start of training. All our programs are built for corporate L&D budgets and delivered onsite or remotely.

The Learni story

Founded by engineers and learning experts, Learni's mission is to make high-impact tech training accessible to teams everywhere. We work remotely with organizations across the US and Canada, in your time zone, to help teams upskill fast.

Our method

Training quality, guaranteed at every step

Before, during, after: we frame the brief, introduce the trainer, tailor the content and measure impact. You stay in control from kickoff to wrap-up.

Step 1

Rigorous trainer selection

Each trainer is validated on three criteria: hands-on field expertise, proven pedagogy and alignment with your industry.

Triple validation: technical, pedagogical, sectoral.
Minimum rating 4.8/5 over the last 12 sessions.

Step 2

You meet the trainer beforehand

30-minute video call between you and the selected trainer to validate the fit, adjust content and clear any final doubts.

Live briefing on goals and team context.
Veto right — we swap the trainer for free if needed.

Step 3

Content tailored to your context

No recycled slides. The syllabus is reworked from your real cases: tools, constraints, vocabulary, ongoing projects.

Hands-on cases drawn from your stack and projects.
Program co-written then validated by your team.

Step 4

Continuous quality follow-up

Live evaluations, 30/90/180-day check-ins and a consolidation plan. If the impact misses the mark, we rework it.

NPS, knowledge quizzes and skills self-assessment.
Satisfaction guarantee: fully satisfied or free rework.

A simple promise: you don't pay to discover the trainer on day one. Everything is validated upfront, by you.

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Our social commitment

A school kit donated to a child for every training booked

To fight inequalities in access to education, Learni donates a complete school kit to a child in need for every training booked. You build your skills, a child heads back to school.

Backpack, notebooks and essential supplies
Distributed through our partner charities
Included, at no extra cost to you

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

What can participants do after Training: Mastering Open Source Home Automation with OpenHAB training?+

They can install and configure OpenHAB on various platforms (Raspberry Pi, servers, PC), discover the architecture, concepts of things, links and rules in OpenHAB and integrate and control connected devices via OpenHAB (Zigbee, Z-Wave, MQTT, etc.). Those are the stated objectives of the Training: Mastering Open Source Home Automation with OpenHAB program at Intermediate level, checked by the end-of-session assessment.

What does the Training: Mastering Open Source Home Automation with OpenHAB program cover, day by day?+

Day 1: Introduction to open source home automation & OpenHAB installation. Day 2: Discovering features – things, links, interface, equipment integration. Day 3: Automate, secure and optimize OpenHAB for daily use. The Training: Mastering Open Source Home Automation with OpenHAB program runs over 3 days, delivered on site.

How is Training: Mastering Open Source Home Automation with OpenHAB training assessed?+

Assessment relies on multiple-choice quizzes at the end of each module and case study: implementation of a mini home automation project with OpenHAB using simulated or real hardware. Learni issues a completion certificate together with the individual assessment report at the end of the Training: Mastering Open Source Home Automation with OpenHAB program, which an L&D team can file as evidence.

How much does Training: Mastering Open Source Home Automation with OpenHAB training cost per participant?+

Training: Mastering Open Source Home Automation with OpenHAB training is priced on quote. The amount depends on headcount, format and how far the syllabus is tailored to your team. A detailed quote is sent within one business day, and team pricing covers the whole group from the second participant.

How long does Training: Mastering Open Source Home Automation with OpenHAB training take?+

3 days, available live online (US time zones) or on-site at your offices. Half-day tracks spread over several weeks are possible so the team stays operational.

Who pays for Training: Mastering Open Source Home Automation with OpenHAB training?+

Most US teams pay directly through their company L&D or training budget. Learni invoices in US dollars and accepts bank transfer (ACH/wire) or card, with volume pricing for teams. A purchase order is welcome.

What do participants need to know before Training: Mastering Open Source Home Automation with OpenHAB training?+

Good knowledge of the IT environment and local networks; basics in automation or home automation recommended.

Is a certificate issued after Training: Mastering Open Source Home Automation with OpenHAB training?+

Yes. A Learni completion certificate is issued, along with the individual evaluation report. Learni is a certified training provider and prepares for third-party certifications, but does not award them itself.

Does Learni provide the equipment for Training: Mastering Open Source Home Automation with OpenHAB training?+

No. A computer and a stable internet connection are required for each participant. Learni provides the learning platform, the trainer and all course materials.

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