Raspberry Pi can be used as an Alexa or Amazon Echo type of home automation device thanks to a $29 kit from the Geek Shop. The Geek Shop calls the kit ‘The Complete Raspberry Pi and Alexa A-Z Bundle’. The bundle contains four courses which demonstrate how to make a range of home automation tools. ...

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