Beginning IoT Projects: Breadboard-less Electronic Projects [1 ed.] 1484272331, 9781484272336

Table of contents :
Table of Contents
About the Author
About the Technical Reviewer
Part I: Getting Started with IoT
Chapter 1: Introduction to the Internet of Things
What Is the Internet of Things?
The Internet of Things and You
IoT Is More Than Just Connected to the Internet
IoT Services
A Brief Look at IoT Solutions
Sensor Networks
Medical Applications
Automotive IoT Solutions
Fleet Management
IoT and Security
Security Begins at Home
Secure Your Devices
Use Encryption
Security Doesn’t End at the Cloud
Summary
Chapter 2: Introducing the Arduino
What Is an Arduino?
Arduino Hardware
Uno
Leonardo
Due
Micro
Nano
MKR Series Boards
Arduino Clones
Arduino Pro Mini
Fio
Seeeduino
Metro from Adafruit
Espressif Boards
Internet Shields
So Which Do I Buy?
Where to Buy
Online Retailers
Retail Stores (USA)
Arduino Tutorial
Learning Resources
The Arduino IDE
Modifying the Arduino IDE
Customize the Environment
Manage the Hardware Libraries
Manage the Software Libraries
Example Sketch: Blink
Example Sketch: Scan Networks
Using the Uno WiFi Rev2
Using the MKR1000
Summary
Chapter 3: Arduino Programming
Getting Started
Working with Sketches in the Arduino IDE
Basic Sketch Layout
setup()
loop()
Arduino Language Basics
The Basics
Comments
Including Libraries
Curly Braces
Functions
Variables and Types
Arithmetic
Flow Control Statements
Conditionals
Loops
Basic Data Structures
Pointers
Practical Example
TemperatureConverter.ino
SerialMonitorReader.h
SerialMonitorReader.cpp
Compiling Your Sketches
Warnings
Errors
Example Sketches
Writing Your First Sketch
Keep It Simple
Debugging and Testing
Debugging
Testing
Getting Help
Isolate and Reproduce
Research Potential Solutions
Ask the Right Question
Summary
Chapter 4: Introducing the Raspberry Pi
What Is a Raspberry Pi?
Raspberry Pi Origins
Raspberry Pi Boards
A Tour of the Board
Required Accessories
Recommended Accessories
Where to Buy
Setting Up the Raspberry Pi
Choosing a Boot Image (Operating System)
Creating the Boot Image
Booting the Board
Care and Feeding of the SD Card
Getting Started with Raspberry Pi OS
Getting Help
File and Directory Commands
List Directories and Files
Change Directory
Copy
Move
Create Directories
Delete Directories
Create (Empty) Files
Delete Files
System Commands
Show (Print) Working Directory
Command History
Archive Files
Administrative Commands
Run as Super User
Change File/Directory Permissions
Change Owner
Install/Remove Software
Shutdown
Useful Utilities
Summary
Chapter 5: Python Programming for the Raspberry Pi
Getting Started
Python Primer
The Basics
Variables
Including Modules
Comments
Arithmetic
Flow Control Statements
Conditionals
Loops
Functions
Basic Data Structures
Lists
Tuples
Dictionaries
Classes and Objects
Example Scripts
Example 1: Using Loops
Write the Code
Execute the Code
Example 2: Using Complex Data and Files
Write the Code
Execute the Code
Example 3: Temperature Conversion
Write the Code
Execute the Code
Example 4: Using Classes
Write the Code
Execute the Code
Summary
Part II: The Qwiic and STEMMA QT Component Systems
Chapter 6: Introducing Qwiic and STEMMA QT
Overview
What Is I2C?
The Qwiic Component System
Capabilities
How Does It Work?
Limitations
The STEMMA QT Component System
Capabilities
How Does It Work?
Limitations
Components Available
The Qwiic Component System
Development Boards
Host Adapters
Modules
Cabling and Connectors
The STEMMA QT Component System
Controllers
Modules
Cabling and Connectors
Where to Buy Qwiic and STEMMA QT Components
Using the Components in Your Projects
Loading Qwiic and STEMMA QT Libraries for the Arduino
Loading Qwiic and STEMMA QT Libraries for the Raspberry Pi
Integrating Additional Components
Assembling the Hardware
Adapting Software Libraries
Summary
Chapter 7: Keep Your Distance!
Project Overview
What Will We Learn?
Hardware Required
About the Hardware
Sensor
A Note About I2C Addresses
Arduino Board
Assemble the Qwiic Modules
Connecting to the Arduino
Using a Shield
Using a Special Cable
Mounting Modules
Detecting I2C Devices on the Arduino
Connecting to the Raspberry Pi
Using a Hat
Using a Special Cable
Detecting I2C Devices on the Raspberry Pi
Write the Code
Arduino
Install Software Libraries
Write the Sketch
Compile the Sketch
Raspberry Pi
Install Software Libraries
Write the Code
Execute the Project
Sketch on the Arduino
Execute the Sketch
Something Isn’t Working… Now What?
Python Code on the Raspberry Pi
Execute the Python Code
Something Isn’t Working… Now What?
Going Further
Mounting the Project in a Case
Alternative Project Ideas
Summary
Chapter 8: How’s the Weather?
Project Overview
What Will We Learn?
Hardware Required
About the Hardware
Sensor
OLED
Assemble the Qwiic Modules
Researching the Hardware
Read the Documentation!
Install the Software Libraries
Explore the Sample Code
Write Your Own Code
Write the Code
Arduino
Install Software Libraries
Write the Sketch
Compile the Sketch
Raspberry Pi
Locating Alternative Software Libraries
Install Software Libraries
Write the Code
Execute the Project
Sketch on the Arduino
Execute the Sketch
Python Code on the Raspberry Pi
Execute the Python Code
Going Further
Summary
Chapter 9: Digital Gardener
Project Overview
What Will We Learn?
Hardware Required
About the Hardware
Qwiic Soil Moisture Sensor
Qwiic I2C Mux
Soil Moisture Sensor (with Screw Terminals)
Qwiic 12 Bit ADC
LCD
Assemble the Qwiic Modules
Calibrating the Sensors
Write the Code
Arduino
Install Software Libraries
Write the Sketch
Class Header File
Main Sketch
Class Code File
Compile the Sketch
Raspberry Pi
Install Software Libraries
Write the Code
Soil Moisture Class
Main Script (Python)
Execute the Project
Sketch on the Arduino
Execute the Sketch
Python Code on the Raspberry Pi
Execute the Python Code
Going Further
Summary
Chapter 10: Balancing Act
Project Overview
What Will We Learn?
Hardware Required
About the Hardware
Sensor
OLED
Assemble the Qwiic Modules
Using an Enclosure
Calibrating the Sensor
Write the Code
Arduino
Install Software Libraries
Write the Sketch
Class Header File
Main Sketch
Class Code File
Compile the Sketch
Raspberry Pi
Install a Software Library
Write the Code
Bubble Level Class
Main Script (Python)
Execute the Project
Sketch on the Arduino
Execute the Sketch
Python Code on the Raspberry Pi
Execute the Python Code
Going Further
Summary
Chapter 11: Digital Compass
Project Overview
What Will We Learn?
What Is a Magnetometer?
Mathematical Problems
Calculating a Heading
Intentional Error
Compass Calculations
Limitations
Hardware Required
About the Hardware
Sensor
OLED
Assemble the Qwiic Modules
Using an Enclosure
Calibrating the Sensor
Write the Code
Arduino
Install Software Libraries
Write the Sketch
Class Header File
Main Sketch
Class Code File
Compile the Sketch
Raspberry Pi
Install a Software Library
Write the Code
Compass Face Class
Main Script (Python)
Execute the Project
Sketch on the Arduino
Execute the Sketch
Python Code on the Raspberry Pi
Execute the Python Code
Going Further
Summary
Part III: The Grove Component System
Chapter 12: Introducing Grove
Overview
The Grove Component System
Capabilities
How Does It Work?
I2C
Digital
Analog
UART
Limitations
Components Available
Host Adapters
Modules
Cabling and Connectors
Developer Kits
Where to Buy Grove Components
Using the Components in your Projects
Loading Grove Libraries for the Arduino
Loading Grove Libraries for the Raspberry Pi
Summary
Chapter 13: Example: Knock-Knock!
Project Overview
What Will We Learn?
Hardware Required
About the Hardware
Sound Sensor
Grove LED
Grove Button
Grove Base Shield V2.0 for the Arduino
GrovePi+ for the Raspberry Pi
Connect the Grove Modules
Write the Code
Arduino
Write the Sketch
Class Header File
Main Sketch
Class Code File
Compile the Sketch
Raspberry Pi
Install Software Libraries
Configure the Raspberry Pi 4 or 400
GrovePi/GrovePi+ Troubleshooting Tips
Write the Code
Secret Knock Class
Main Script (Python)
Execute the Project
Sketch on the Arduino
Execute the Sketch
Python Code on the Raspberry Pi
Execute the Python Code
Going Further
Summary
Chapter 14: Mood Lighting
Project Overview
What Will We Learn?
Hardware Required
About the Hardware
Grove Light Sensor
Grove Chainable RGB LED
Grove LCD RGB Backlight
Grove Qwiic Hub
Qwiic TMP102
Connect the Grove Modules
Write the Code
Arduino
Install Software Libraries
Write the Sketch
Class Header File: Moods
Class Header File: MoodLamp
Main Sketch
Class Code File: Moods
Class Code File: MoodLamp
Compile the Sketch
Raspberry Pi
Install a Software Library
Write the Code
Moods Class
MoodLamp Class
Main Script (Python)
Execute the Project
Sketch on the Arduino
Execute the Sketch
Python Code on the Raspberry Pi
Execute the Python Code
Going Further
Summary
Chapter 15: Monitoring Your Environment
Project Overview
What Will We Learn?
Hardware Required
About the Hardware
Grove OLED 0.96
Grove Buzzer
Grove I2C High Accuracy Temperature Sensor (MCP9808)
Grove Temperature and Barometer Sensor (BMP280)
Grove Air Quality Sensor
Grove Dust Sensor
Connect the Grove Modules
Using an Enclosure
Write the Code
Arduino
Install Software Libraries
Write the Sketch
Class Header File
Main Sketch
Class Code File
Compile the Sketch
Raspberry Pi
Install Software Libraries
Write the Code
AirMonitor Class
Main Script (Python)
Execute the Project
Sketch on the Arduino
Execute the Sketch
Python Code on the Raspberry Pi
Execute the Python Code
Going Further
Summary
Chapter 16: Simon Says
Project Overview
What Will We Learn?
Hardware Required
About the Hardware
Grove Dual Button
Grove Buzzer
Qwiic LED Buttons
Connect the Grove Modules
Connections for Arduino
Connections for Raspberry Pi
Using an Enclosure
Write the Code
Arduino
Install Software Libraries
Write the Sketch
Class Header File: Buzzer
Class Header File: Simon
Main Sketch
Class Code File: Buzzer
Class Code File: Simon
Compile the Sketch
Raspberry Pi
Install a Software Library
Write the Code
Buzzer Class
Simon Class
Main Script (Python)
Execute the Project
Sketch on the Arduino
Execute the Sketch
Python Code on the Raspberry Pi
Execute the Python Code
Going Further
Summary
Part IV: Going Further: IoT and the Cloud
Chapter 17: Introducing IoT for the Cloud
Overview
What Is the Cloud?
What Is Cloud Computing Then?
How Does the Cloud Help IoT?
IoT Cloud Systems
IoT Cloud Services Available
Data Storage
Data Transformation (Queries)
Visualization Tools
Routing and Messaging
Cloud Services Example: IFTTT
Getting Started
Networking: Connecting Your Board to the Internet
Arduino
Raspberry Pi
Basic Operation
Using IFTTT
Example Projects
Example 1: Secret Knock Alert
IFTTT Setup
Arduino
Python
Example 2: Weather Alert
IFTTT Setup
Arduino
Python
Summary
Chapter 18: Using ThingSpeak
Getting Started
Create an Account in ThingSpeak
Create a Channel
How to Add ThingSpeak to Your Projects
Using ThingSpeak with the Arduino
Configuring the Arduino IDE
Write the Sketch
Testing the Sketch
Using ThingSpeak with the Raspberry Pi
Configuring the Raspberry Pi
Write the Code
Testing the Script
Example IoT Projects
Example 1: IoT Weather Station
Create the ThingSpeak Channel
Prepare the Project Files
Update the Project Code
Arduino
Raspberry Pi
Execute and Visualize the Data
Example 2: IoT Digital Gardener
Create the ThingSpeak Channel
Prepare the Project Files
Update the Project Code
Arduino
Raspberry Pi
Execute and Visualize the Data
Example 3: IoT Environment Monitor
Create the ThingSpeak Channel
Prepare the Project Files
Update the Project Code
Arduino
Raspberry Pi
Execute and Visualize the Data
Summary
Appendix
General Hardware List
Consolidated Hardware Lists
Qwiic Component System
Grove Component System
Index