Overview

This project combines multiple IP cameras, motion detection, and smart alerts into a unified monitoring setup. The goal was to create a practical, configurable security system without relying solely on closed proprietary platforms.

System Components

• Multiple IP cameras placed across key zones.
• Local or networked recorder/host system.
• Detection logic for motion and basic object presence.
• Configurable notification channels (mobile, desktop, or dashboard).

Automation Logic

for camera in cameras:
    frame = capture_frame(camera)
    if detect_motion(frame, zone=camera.zone):
        if is_armed() and not recently_alerted(camera.zone):
            record_clip(camera)
            send_alert(camera.zone, timestamp())
            mark_alerted(camera.zone)

Key Outcomes

• Learned how to tune sensitivity to avoid false positives (e.g., wind, small animals).
• Improved understanding of network configuration and device reliability.
• Designed a system that could be expanded with additional cameras or detection rules.

What This Demonstrates

This project shows the ability to integrate hardware, software, and real-world constraints into a single system. It highlights comfort with IoT concepts, automation logic, and practical deployment concerns.