IoT Protocols Best Practices

IoT protocols are the glue that binds the various elements of the IoT architecture – from sensors to gateways to clouds. In IoT, there's no one-size-fits-all protocol like for example HTTP for web, and TCP/IP for the Internet. So when we design an IoT system, we must thoroughly understand our technical requirements, and then we are able to decide which IoT protocols we're going to use, based on their characteristics, pros and cons.

In this meetup we're going to dive deep into those characteristics.

Parking: There are several parking lots located near by. Werecommend Habima Theater parking lot (end of Rothschild Boulevard) which charge 25 NIS, no time limited, starting 5pm.

Agenda:

18:00-18:15 Networking & snacks

18:15-18:20 Guy Vinograd, Softimize (http://www.softimize.co/) – 5 min opening

18:20-18:25 Aviram Sela, TechCode (https://maps.google.com/maps?q=Rotchild%2022%2C%20%2C%20Tel%20Aviv-Yafo) – 5 min opening

18:25-18:50 Elad Lachmi, Softimize (http://www.softimize.co/): Device to Gateway - BLE and MQTT\Wifi Deep Dive

Abstract: BLE and MQTT over Wifi are two of the most popular methods of device-to-gateway protocols. I'm going to describe the strength and weaknesses of each method, and then dive into both. In BLE we'll discuss GATT, including services and characteristics, Beacons, chips, mobile, and some protocol design patterns. In MQTT\Wifi we'll discuss the open sources and a real world case study.

18:50-19:05 Plank and Snacks break

19:05-19:30 Pavel Stessin, SpiceBox Labs (https://www.spiceboxlabs.com/): Building and Selecting Hardware for Connected Devices

Abstract: In this talk, we will show the building blocks of connected products, we will discuss the various considerations for selecting the hardware and components. Deeper examples of BLE products will be given.

19:30-19:45 Yet, more snacks

19:45-20:10 Roy Dar, STANLEY Healthcare (http://www.stanleyhealthcare.com/): Optimizing IoT Protocols for Raspberry PI

Abstract: WIFI RTLS technologies, BLE, LCD, Cellular modem are all part of the new STANLEY Healthcare IoT gateway that is based on nothing else by the Raspberry PI(!). In this talk I'll deep dive into those technologies and the challenges around using Raspberry PI as a production ready IOT Gateway – namely its stability and security.

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About Softimize: Softimize is the #1 IoT clouds company in Israel. Softimize develops the TBB (Thing Building Blocks) IoT platform that's aimed at device vendors, and eases their journey to create connected devices. On top of TBB Softimize provides the device vendors with professional services that completely offload the burden of developing the cloud-mobile-web components of the IoT solution.

About SpiceBox Labs: SpiceBox Labs is a connected product development market leader, designing end to end smart solutions that create a bridge of communication between hardware, firmware, software and the user. Our mission is to build harmony from complexity. By harnessing cutting edge technologies, we accompany our partners from the initial idea phase to strategic planning, through system architecture, product and UX/UI design, eventually creating a smart, connected product.

About STANLEY Healthcare: STANLEY Healthcare provides over 17,000 healthcare organizations with visibility solutions and analytics to advance the quality of care. The STANLEY Healthcare solution set enables customers to achieve organizational excellence and superior care in five critical areas: Patient Safety, Security & Protection, Environmental Monitoring, Clinical Operations & Workflow, and Supply Chain & Asset Management.