🌐 IoT - Internet of Things

Module 3: Microcontroller Programming

📚 Learning Objectives

  • Understand IoT architecture
  • Work with sensors and microcontrollers
  • Learn wireless communication protocols
  • Build IoT applications
  • Collect and analyze sensor data
  • Deploy smart solutions

📹 Educational Videos

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Farmworx KenyaHow to Grow Maize for High Yields |Expert Free Guide on Maize Farming in Kenya
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IoT Fundamentals

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Africa FarmingFirst Time Planting MAIZE and BEANS on 4 Acres | AFRICA FARMING (Farm Updates Ep 19)
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Arduino & Sensors

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Farmworx KenyaHow to Grow Maize for High Yields |Expert Free Guide on Maize Farming in Kenya
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Raspberry Pi Basics

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Mondo FarmsMaize Farming in Zambia: How We Established a Maize Crop at our New Farm
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WiFi & BLE Communication

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Smart Farming InsideMaize Farming Techniques Wirh Proper Spacing and Planting Depth | Profit Per Acre Business Model
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Cloud IoT Platforms

📊 IoT Platforms Comparison

PlatformBest ForCostLearning Curve
ArduinoBeginnersLowEasy
Raspberry PiLinux projectsLow-MediumMedium
ESP32WiFi devicesLowMedium
Azure IoTEnterpriseHighHard
AWS IoTEnterpriseHighHard

🛠️ Implementation Steps

  1. Choose Hardware: Select Arduino or Raspberry Pi
  2. Assemble Sensors: Connect temperature, moisture, etc
  3. Write Firmware: Program microcontroller
  4. Setup Communication: Enable WiFi or Bluetooth
  5. Cloud Connection: Connect to cloud platform
  6. Build Dashboard: Visualize data in real-time

🎓 Knowledge Check - Module 3

Q1: Best platform for beginners?



Q2: ESP32 main strength?



Q3: What does IoT collect?



🏆 Capstone: Build Smart IoT Project

Phase 1: Define IoT use case
Phase 2: Choose hardware platform
Phase 3: Integrate sensors
Phase 4: Write firmware code
Phase 5: Setup cloud connectivity
Phase 6: Build data dashboard
Phase 7: Test and troubleshoot
Phase 8: Deploy and scale solution

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