How to invert a binary sensor in Zigbee2MQTT
In this guide, we will walk you through the steps to invert a binary sensor in Zigbee2MQTT to resolve the problem of inaccurate occupancy reporting.
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Here you will find guides on all kinds of self-hosted software. Some are related to Home Assistant and others might not be. I do try my best to integrate all my self-hosted software with Home Assistant and if possible, I will detail how I achieved that.
Software Recommendations Zigbee2MQTTIn this guide, we will walk you through the steps to invert a binary sensor in Zigbee2MQTT to resolve the problem of inaccurate occupancy reporting.
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