Course

Shelly Fundamentals

IMPORTANT: Secure a spot in the course by completing payment exclusively on the Shelly product page. Purchase a voucher there to receive an e-mail with your unique code and detailed instructions for accessing the course.THE PRICES ON THE SHELLY ACADEMY WEBSITE DO NOT INCLUDE VAT.

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The Shelly Fundamentals course introduces the Shelly ecosystem and shows how smart devices can make homes and offices more convenient, efficient, and comfortable.

Participants will learn what Shelly devices do, how to set them up, and how to control them using the Shelly app and Web UI. Through practical examples and demonstrations, the course focuses on simple real-life use cases such as lighting automation, motion-based control, and energy monitoring.

By the end of the course, participants will feel confident using Shelly devices and building their first smart home setups.

Skills which you will acquire

Understand the Shelly ecosystem and the most common Shelly devices
Set up and control Shelly devices using the app and Web UI
Create simple automations for lights, appliances, and comfort
Monitor power consumption and understand energy usage
Build a simple smart room with practical real-world use cases
Understand Shelly’s flexibility and freedom of integration

Topics

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Shelly Smart Home: Getting Started
Shelly Smart Home: Getting Started

• Introduction to IoT and the Shelly Ecosystem
• Shelly Product Portfolio Overview
• Beginner Devices and Everyday Use Cases
• Quick Setup and Live Demo

Date: April 27, Monday,
entirely online at 6:00 PM CEST
Resources
- Shelly Fundamentals - Getting Started [#Session 01]
- Shelly Smart Home: Getting Started - Presentation
Controlling and Configuring Shelly Devices
Controlling and Configuring Shelly Devices

• Shelly Connectivity Overview
• Deep Dive into WiFi and Bluetooth
• Device Control Methods – Shelly Smart Control App & Web Interface
• Shelly Device Setup and Configuration
• Creating Basic Automations – Schedules, Timers, Scenes

Date: April 28, Tuesday,
entirely online at 6:00 PM CEST
Resources
From Control to Automation
From Control to Automation

• Using Sensors for Smarter Decisions
• Shelly Controllers
• Energy Monitoring and Optimization
• Building Everyday Automations
• Open Ecosystem and Integrations

Date: April 29, Wednesday,
entirely online at 6:00 PM CEST
Resources
- Shelly Fundamentals - From Control to Automation [#Session 03]
- From Control to Automation - Presentation
Building and Optimizing a Simple Smart Room
Building and Optimizing a Simple Smart Room

• Designing a Beginner-Friendly Smart Room
• Troubleshooting and Diagnosing Common Issues
• Common Beginner Mistakes and Best Practices
• Next Steps: Expanding Your Shelly Knowledge

Date: April 30, Thursday,
entirely online at 6:00 PM CEST
Resources

Who is this course for?

Whether you're a professional installer, a systems integrator, Shelly partner, a tech-savvy homeowner, or an IoT enthusiast curious about smart home automation, this course is your starting point. Designed to be accessible yet comprehensive, it walks you through the Shelly ecosystem from the ground up, giving you practical knowledge through everyday scenarios and confidence to get started, no matter what your background is.

How to enroll in the course?

To sign up for the course follow these simple steps:

1. Visit the Shelly Fundamentals product page and purchase a course voucher.
2. Complete the payment process.
3. After the successful payment, you will be redirected to the current website.
4. Make a registration.
5. Use the course registration code from Shelly's e-mail to enroll in the Shelly Fundamentals course.

What is the deadline for enrolling in the course and when does it start?

Enrollment in the course is open until 30 April. The training starts on 27 April 2026. You can find a detailed schedule of classes in the Topics section.

How and where are the classes held?

The classes are online in real time every day from Tuesday to Friday. Each lesson starts at 6:00 PM Central European Summer Time (CEST) and lasts 2.5 to 3 hours.

To determine the start date and time of the lessons, please convert the date and time to your local time zone.

For example 6:00 PM CEST is:
Sofia, Bulgaria (EEST) - 7:00 PM
Berlin, Germany (CEST) - 6:00 PM
Rome, Italy (CEST) - 6:00 PM
Washington, D.C., USA (EDT) - 12:00 PM

After each lesson, you get access to the lesson recording and learning resources.

Do I receive a certificate after the course?

At the end of the course, you receive an official certificate from SoftUni Global and Shelly Academy.

Do I have to buy a Shelly device to attend the course?

No, you do NOT have to purchase a device to sign up for the course. However, for a better course experience we recommend having at least some of the following devices:

• Lighting Control - Shelly 1, Shelly 1PM, Shelly 2PM, Shelly Dimmer, Shelly RGBW
• Energy Monitoring - Shelly EM, 1PM, 2PM, Shelly Plug / Plug S
• Motorized assets - Shelly 2PM
• Environmental Sensing - Shelly WiFi & BLU (motion, presence, distance) sensors, Shelly Add-On

Are there any additional requirements?

Hardware:

• Machine with parameters similar to these:
SSD >= 120GB
8GB RAM
Processor i3, i5, i7 (at least 5th generation)
A mid-range GPU

Software:

• Browser: We recommend using the latest LTS version of Google Chrome

• Stable internet connection

How much is the course fee and what does it include?

Online

50 EUR

Online training in real-time

Lifetime access to lesson recordings and learning content

Help from a mentor in understanding the learning materials

Access to a closed Facebook group with all other course participants

Receiving a certificate

SoftUni gives you a 100% guarantee of the quality of this course. The most important thing for us is that you acquire the necessary skills and knowledge. If you change your mind, a refund within 14 days of purchasing the course voucher is available, given that the voucher has not been used. For additional information, visit the terms and conditions and refund policy of Shelly Group. You can read the Terms and Conditions related to this specific course HERE.

About Shelly

Shelly is one of the fastest growing IoT brands in the world with devices providing solutions for home and building smart automation. Inspired by our consumers’ dream to live calmly and happily, we create our devices with attention to the smallest details. This is possible thanks to a team of young and talented developers devoted to producing easy to set up and use yet competitive and innovative products. The company has two headquarters – one in Europe and one in the United States. The European office is located in Bulgaria’s capital city – Sofia. The United States office opened its doors at the end of 2019 and is located in Las Vegas, Nevada. Shelly devices are available in over 100 markets. https://www.shelly.com/en

Simeon Monov

Trainer

Simeon Monov is an assistant professor at Plovdiv University "Paisii Hilendarski" and senior software developer and technical lead. Simeon holds a PhD in Computer Science and has a solid background in algorithms and information systems. Simeon teaches machine learning, data analytics, algorithms and data structures and object-oriented programming at Plovdiv University and has over twenty years of experience in software development and design. He worked for 13 years at the IBM Silicon Valley Lab.