Complete IoT Development Course
From Linux fundamentals to advanced networking protocols - master the complete IoT development stack
Complete IoT Development Course
Training Modules
Module 1: Linux Basics
Master fundamental Linux concepts and command-line skills for IoT development
- Linux file system and directory structure
- Essential command-line tools and utilities
- File permissions and user management
- Process management and system monitoring
- Package management and software installation
- Basic shell scripting for automation
Module 2: Embedded Linux for IoT
Build the foundational Linux platform for IoT systems and applications
- Yocto Project and custom Linux builds
- Device tree configuration for IoT hardware
- Kernel modules and driver development
- Systemd services and IoT application deployment
- Container technologies (Docker) for IoT
- Cross-compilation and build systems
Module 3: TCP/IP Networking
Master the fundamentals of TCP/IP networking for IoT applications
- Network fundamentals and OSI model
- IP addressing and subnetting
- DHCP vs static configuration
- TCP vs UDP protocols
Module 4: Software Configuration Management
Master version control and collaborative development for IoT projects
- Git fundamentals and workflow strategies
- Branching models for IoT development
- Collaborative development with GitHub/GitLab
- CI/CD pipelines for embedded systems
- Code review and quality management
- Release management and semantic versioning
Module 5: Wireless Technologies
Deep dive into wireless communication protocols for IoT devices
- Wi-Fi 6 and IoT optimization
- Bluetooth and BLE protocols
- LoRa and LoRaWAN networks
- Zigbee and Thread mesh networks
- Cellular IoT (NB-IoT, LTE-M)
Module 6: IoT Security
Implement robust security measures for IoT deployments
- TLS/SSL for IoT devices
- Certificate management
- Network segmentation strategies
- Secure boot and firmware updates
- Threat detection and response
Module 7: Cloud Integration
Connect IoT devices to cloud platforms and services
- MQTT and message brokers
- AWS IoT Core integration
- Azure IoT Hub connectivity
- Google Cloud IoT platform
- Edge computing strategies
Module 8: Network Management
Monitor, manage, and troubleshoot IoT networks at scale
- SNMP for IoT monitoring
- Network performance analysis
- Automated device provisioning
- Fault detection and recovery
- Scalability planning
Module 9: Advanced Protocols
Explore specialized protocols for industrial and enterprise IoT
- CoAP (Constrained Application Protocol)
- OPC-UA for industrial IoT
- Modbus TCP/IP integration
- Time-sensitive networking (TSN)
- IPv6 for IoT scalability
Module 10: Real-Time Operating Systems
Implement deterministic IoT systems with real-time constraints
- FreeRTOS fundamentals and task management
- Real-time scheduling and priority systems
- Inter-task communication (queues, semaphores)
- Memory management in constrained environments
- Real-time networking with lwIP stack
- Zephyr RTOS for IoT applications
Practical Labs
Lab 1: Network Fundamentals
Explore network configuration and analysis using Wireshark
- Network discovery and configuration
- DHCP traffic analysis
- ARP resolution process
Lab 2: IoT Device Configuration
Configure ESP32 devices for network connectivity
- DHCP and static IP setup
- Network diagnostics implementation
- Connection failure handling
Lab 3: Protocol Implementation
Build and compare TCP vs UDP communication
- TCP client-server implementation
- UDP messaging protocols
- Performance comparison analysis
Network Tools
Network Calculator
Calculate subnets, IP ranges, and network parameters
- IP address class analysis
- Subnet calculations
- Binary/hex conversion
IP Class Calculator
Analyze IP addresses and understand network classes
- Class identification
- Private/public detection
- Communication range analysis