Civil Engineer | M.Eng. (Germany) | Smart Home Strategist
Hi, I’m Srinivas Aluri. I am a Civil Engineer who believes that a home should serve its owner, not the other way around.
My background is unique in the blogging world. I started my career in Civil Engineering, designing rigorous structural projects. I then moved to Germany to earn my Master of Engineering (M.Eng.), specializing in high-performance building standards, energy efficiency, and sustainable design.
Today, I apply those same strict engineering principles to the world of Smart Home Technology and Interior Space Planning.
SmartDeal Finds bridges the gap between complex engineering concepts and everyday living. I combine the resourcefulness of my early career with the precision of German engineering to help you build a smarter, more efficient home.
Why This Website Exists
The smart home market in the USA and Europe is flooded with “shiny objects.” There are thousands of gadgets that promise to change your life but end up as electronic waste in a drawer.
I created this site to cut through the marketing noise.
As an engineer, I don’t care about “hype.” I care about structural logic and utility.
- In Europe, energy costs are high. You need solutions that are efficient.
- In the USA, convenience and security are paramount. You need systems that are reliable.
I test products to see if they meet these global standards. If a device is poorly built, has bad software, or wastes energy, I will tell you.
What You’ll Find Here
This is not a generic news site. It is a resource for optimizing your living space.
- Smart Home Ecosystems: How to build a connected home (Alexa, Google, HomeKit) that actually works seamlessly.
- Energy & Efficiency: Engineering-backed tips to lower your utility bills through smart heating, lighting, and insulation gadgets.
- Space Optimization: Solutions for modern living—whether you are in a compact Berlin apartment or a suburban American home.
- Technical Reviews: I look at build quality, app privacy, and long-term durability.
Why Trust Us
In a world of paid influencers, I remain an engineer first.
- Technical Analysis: I evaluate products based on their specifications and real-world performance, not just their packaging.
- Global Perspective: I understand the difference between 110V (US) and 220V (EU/Global) standards, different plug types, and regional safety codes.
- No “Junk” Policy: I do not recommend products that I wouldn’t feel safe installing in my own home.
My goal is to save you time and money by preventing you from buying low-quality tech.
Transparency & Affiliate Disclosure
Integrity is everything.
SmartDeal Finds is reader-supported. We participate in the Amazon Associates Program (USA, UK, DE, and global).
- If you buy something through our links, we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you.
- We categorize our recommendations carefully. If a product is best for the US market but bad for Europe (due to voltage or compatibility), we will say so.
We never accept payment to write a positive review for a bad product.
Our Mission
To bring professional engineering standards to the DIY and Smart Home community.
We want to empower you to create a home that is safe, energy-efficient, and intelligently designed—no matter where in the world you live.