What hardware is required for this skill?

You need a Philips Hue Bridge and compatible Philips Hue smart lights connected to your local network.

How do I install the necessary dependencies?

The skill requires the OpenHue CLI. You can install it via Homebrew using 'brew install openhue/cli/openhue-cli' or by following the instructions at openhue.io.

Do I need to press the button on the Hue Bridge?

During the initial setup phase (openhue setup), you will likely need to press the link button on your Hue Bridge to authorize the CLI.

Can I control multiple lights at once?

Yes, you can control groups of lights by specifying a room name or by activating predefined scenes.

OpenHue CLI Controller

Name: OpenHue CLI Controller
Author: HarleyCoops

byHarleyCoops

Productivity & Workflow

Manages Philips Hue smart lighting systems directly from your terminal using the OpenHue CLI.

About

The OpenHue skill integrates smart lighting management into your development workflow, allowing you to control Philips Hue bridges, lights, rooms, and scenes without leaving your terminal. It simplifies environmental control by providing a seamless interface for discovery, setup, and precise device manipulation. This is particularly useful for developers looking to automate their workspace lighting, trigger visual notifications for build statuses, or simply maintain focus by adjusting their environment via natural language commands during a coding session.

Key Features

JSON output support for retrieving lighting state data
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Real-time control of light power, brightness, and RGB colors
Automatic Philips Hue bridge discovery and guided setup
Direct CLI integration for programmatic lighting adjustments
Room-based and scene-based lighting management

Use Cases

Automate office lighting shifts during different phases of the development lifecycle
Manage smart home environments directly through natural language commands in Claude Code
Create visual alerts by changing light colors based on script execution or build results

About

Key Features

JSON output support for retrieving lighting state data
0 GitHub stars
Real-time control of light power, brightness, and RGB colors
Automatic Philips Hue bridge discovery and guided setup
Direct CLI integration for programmatic lighting adjustments
Room-based and scene-based lighting management

Use Cases

Automate office lighting shifts during different phases of the development lifecycle
Manage smart home environments directly through natural language commands in Claude Code
Create visual alerts by changing light colors based on script execution or build results