Welcome to HomeTechHacker!
HomeTechHacker is here to help you make better decisions about home technology without turning it into a project.
My name is Marlon Buchanan and my mission is to make home technology simple and accessible for everyone. Whether you're looking to build a smart home, strengthen your home network, or protect your personal cybersecurity, this blog provides easy-to-follow guides, expert tips, and practical advice to help you get the most out of your tech.
I focus on making technology easier to understand and easier to live with. You should not need a technical background to feel confident about the tech in your home.
Below are a few simple ways to get started and make the most of what HomeTechHacker offers.
Step 1: Start with free tools and resources — The fastest way to get value from this site is to use the Technology Advisors and buyer’s guide. These tools help you narrow down options based on how you actually plan to use the technology.
If you prefer browsing, the HomeTechHacker Shop features products I have personally used, reviewed, or recommended, along with links to learn more or make a purchase.
Step 2: Go deeper with books and courses — If you are looking for more structured guidance, my books cover personal cybersecurity, smart homes, and home networking in more detail. I also offer self-paced courses on AI, cybersecurity, and smart home topics, including several free options, through HomeTechHacker Academy.
Step 3: Explore by topic — Use the main menu to jump directly to topics you care about, or search for specific questions or projects you are working on.
Step 4: Start with popular guides — These are articles many readers find useful when getting started or troubleshooting common home tech problems.
- Mastering Shelly Products with Home Assistant: A Comprehensive Guide
- The Dark Web Unveiled: What It Is and How to Stay Clear
- 5 Ways to Improve Your Home Network
- Make Your Own Smart Garage Door Opener for $15
- Top 10 Personal Cybersecurity Threats and How to Defend Yourself
- 9 Ways a Smart Home Improves Safety and Security
- Finalizing My Year-Round LEDs and Holiday Lights
- My 5 Favorite Smart Home Devices
- Shelly Plus 1 Review: Better Than the Original?
- Home Assistant: A Fingerprint Scanner for Your Garage
- Track Home Power Usage & Cost with Home Assistant
- A Smart Home Powered With Shelly Products
Step 5: Learn more about this site and me — If you want more background, you can read about the tools I use, the technology in my own home, and where my work has been featured.
Step 6: Connect with me on Twitter, Pinterest, and Instagram — I share additional tips, ideas, and discussion around home technology on social platforms that do not always fit into long-form articles.
Step 7: Support this site — If you find this site helpful, there are a few ways to support it and help keep the content up to date. I appreciate it.
