IoT Programming with Lua and ESP8266

The Internet of Things is revolutionizing how we interact with the physical world, turning everyday objects into smart, connected systems. This course provides a clear path for anyone looking to understand how hardware and software work together to create automated environments. You will gain the skills to develop functional IoT applications, moving from basic circuit logic to sophisticated cloud-integrated systems. Through written explanations and code-based exercises, you will learn to capture environmental data, control physical components, and manage remote communication. * Understand foundational IoT architecture and the ESP8266 hardware ecosystem. * Program microcontrollers using Lua scripting for efficient device logic. * Interface with digital and analog sensors to monitor temperature, humidity, and motion. * Implement the MQTT protocol for reliable messaging between devices and servers. * Connect your projects to cloud platforms and automation services like ThingSpeak and IFTTT. * Apply modern security practices and low-power configurations for sustainable IoT design. The curriculum starts with essential terminology and hardware setup, then moves into practical sensor integration and advanced networking concepts. This course is ideal for beginners, hobbyists, and students who want a solid foundation in connected technology without any prior hardware experience. Begin building your first smart device today.