Introduction to Internet of Things IoT

About Course

This introductory course explores the rapidly growing world of the Internet of Things (IoT), where everyday objects connect to the internet to enhance automation, monitoring, and smart decision-making. You will learn the basic principles of IoT, how smart devices communicate, and how IoT solutions are transforming industries such as healthcare, agriculture, and smart cities. This course is perfect for beginners looking to understand IoT concepts and build their first connected device.

Introduction to IoT and its impact on the modern world
Understanding IoT hardware: sensors, actuators, and microcontrollers
How IoT devices communicate (Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Zigbee, LoRaWAN, 5G)
Basics of embedded systems using Arduino and Raspberry Pi
Cloud computing and IoT platforms (AWS IoT, Google Cloud IoT, Azure IoT)
Security challenges and best practices in IoT deployments
IoT in different industries: healthcare, transportation, smart homes, and agriculture
Data collection and processing in IoT applications
Hands-on project: Creating a simple IoT-based sensor system