Course Overview
Create a professional-grade smart home system using ESP32. This advanced course covers everything from device communication protocols to building custom firmware, creating mobile apps, and integrating with major smart home platforms. Build a system that rivals commercial solutions at a fraction of the cost.
What You'll Learn
Course Curriculum
Module 1: Smart Home Architecture
- 1.1System Design Principles
- 1.2Communication Protocol Selection
- 1.3Security Considerations
- 1.4Scalability Planning
Module 2: Device Firmware Development
- 2.1Custom Firmware Architecture
- 2.2Device Discovery Protocols
- 2.3State Management
- 2.4Error Handling and Recovery
Module 3: Communication Protocols
- 3.1MQTT Deep Dive
- 3.2WebSocket Implementation
- 3.3Custom Protocol Design
- 3.4Bridge Development
Module 4: Mobile App Development
- 4.1React Native Setup for IoT
- 4.2Real-time Device Control
- 4.3Local Network Discovery
- 4.4Push Notifications
Module 5: Platform Integration
- 5.1Home Assistant Integration
- 5.2Alexa Skill Development
- 5.3Google Home Actions
- 5.4Apple HomeKit Bridge
Module 6: Hardware Design
- 6.1Custom PCB Design for ESP32
- 6.2Power Supply Design
- 6.3Enclosure Selection
- 6.4Production Considerations
Projects You'll Build
Multi-Room Climate Control
Distributed temperature control with learning algorithms
Smart Lighting Ecosystem
Complete lighting system with scenes and automation
Security and Access Control
Door locks, cameras, and presence detection
Energy Management System
Monitor and optimize home energy usage
Requirements
- Strong programming skills (C++, JavaScript)
- Experience with ESP32 or similar
- Basic networking knowledge
- Several ESP32 boards for testing
- Smartphone for app testing
- Various sensors and actuators
Your Instructor
Marco Schwartz
Smart Home Architect
Marco has designed smart home systems for residential and commercial applications. He combines expertise in embedded systems, mobile development, and cloud architecture to teach comprehensive smart home development.
Frequently Asked Questions
How is this different from the Arduino home automation course?
This course leverages ESP32's advanced features like dual-core processing, better connectivity, and more memory. We build more sophisticated systems with better performance and scalability.
Do I need to know app development?
Basic JavaScript knowledge helps, but we teach React Native from scratch as it applies to IoT control apps. The focus is on practical implementation.
Can I sell devices I build in this course?
Yes! We cover production considerations, certifications basics, and scalable architecture. Many students have launched products based on course projects.
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