The use of the Echo with IFTTT seems to be a good start for various tasks and home automation. I have been playing with IFTTT creating a few recipes for personal use. Perhaps someone (or myself) will develop a handy tutorial to help those of us less familiar with IFTTT...anyone know of tutorials specifically for the Echo?
I haven't had time to tinker with it much as my family has basically commandeered my Echo. I am waiting for my second order to come in at the end of this month so I can ramp up development. I would love to see what you come up with as far as a tutorial!