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An Introduction to Programming the Internet of Things (IOT) SpecializationUniversity of California, Irvine

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The Raspberry Pi uses a variety of input/output devices based on protocols such as HDMI, USB, and Ethernet to communicate with the outside world. In this class you will learn how to use these protocols with other external devices (sensors, motors, GPS, orientation, LCD screens etc.) to get your IoT device to interact with the real world. Most physical devices use analog signals;  however computer hardware is digital so in this class you will learn how these signals are converted back-and-forth and how this must be considered as you program your device. The basic design of a sensor-actuator system will also be covered. You will also learn how to build more sophisticated hardware systems using Raspberry Pi expansion boards to create fun and exciting IoT devices. Please note that this course does not include discussion forums.

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An Introduction to Programming the Internet of Things (IOT) Specialization

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Skills you will gain

Python Programming
Application Programming Interfaces (API)
Internet Of Things (IOT)
Raspberry Pi

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An Introduction to Programming the Internet of Things (IOT) Specialization

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English

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Ian Harris

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Department of Computer Science

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University of California, Irvine

Since 1965, the University of California, Irvine has combined the strengths of a major research university with the bounty of an incomparable Southern California location. UCI’s unyielding commitment to rigorous academics, cutting-edge research, and leadership and character development makes the campus a driving force for innovation and discovery that serves our local, national and global communities in many ways.

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Week1

Week 1

3 hours to complete

Module 1

This module presents the use of the Raspberry Pi to connect to the Internet, from a user perspective. The first way to use the Raspberry Pi as a networked device is to use it as a general-purpose computer rather than as a programmed IoT device. Using networking with a Raspberry Pi in this way is similar to using the network from any Linux machine, and we present its use in this module. We also present the standard Internet protocols that must be understood in order to develop network programs.

3 hours to complete

10 videos (Total 69 min), 4 readings, 2 quizzes

10 videos

Module 1 - Introduction (video)1mLecture 1.1 - Network (Updated)5mLecture 1.2 - Secure Shell9mLecture 1.3 - SSH Client/Server6mLecture 2.1 - SSH Server (Updated)10mLecture 2.2 - Network Programs8mLecture 2.3 - Internet Protocols10mLecture 3.1 - IP Addresses (Updated)6mLecture 3.2 - Domain Names6mLecture 3.3 - Client/Server4m

4 readings

Pre-Course Survey10mCourse Overview10mModule 1 Objectives10mModule 1 Reading10m

1 practice exercise

Module 1 Quiz30m

Week2

Week 2

3 hours to complete

Module 2

3 hours to complete

9 videos (Total 60 min), 2 readings, 2 quizzes

Week3

Week 3

3 hours to complete

Module 3

This module focuses on how to have your Raspberry Pi interact with online services through the use of public APIs and SDKs. Many interesting and useful services are available in the cloud and this module describes how to write code that accesses those services. We define what an Application Programming Interface (API) is and what a Software Development Kit (SDK) is. We present some API examples and we show the use of the Twitter API in detail using the Twython package.

3 hours to complete

11 videos (Total 69 min), 2 readings, 2 quizzes

11 videos

Module 3 Introduction (video)1mLecture 1.1 - Network Libraries12mLecture 1.2 - Web Services7mLecture 1.3 - Public APIs7mLecture 2.1 - Twitter's API4mLecture 2.2 - Twitter Registration4mLecture 2.3 - Sending a Tweet4mLecture 2.4 - Sending a Tweet (Demo)7mLecture 3.1 - Twython Callbacks6mLecture 3.2 - Tweet Response4mLecture 3.3 - Responding to a Tweet (Demo)8m

2 readings

Module 3 Objectives10mModule 3 Reading10m

1 practice exercise

Module 3 Quiz16m

Week4

Week 4

3 hours to complete

Module 4

3 hours to complete

9 videos (Total 54 min), 3 readings, 2 quizzes

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TOP REVIEWS FROM INTERFACING WITH THE RASPBERRY PI

by SSJul 7, 2020

A very good course with good videos of explanation. Also includes demo videos which are very helpful. Overall the course is very interesting and knowledgeable.

by FUApr 5, 2018

The course is very basic if you already have prior experience with programming. The teacher is very good.

by DPNov 24, 2018

Course is great, but it takes forever to grade classmates. For example, by the end of the last week homework , I had to wait two weeks till someone was available to grade.

by SCApr 3, 2016

I love teaching style of Dr. Harris, simple but inclusive. He guesses what you are thinking while you are watching the video.

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About the An Introduction to Programming the Internet of Things (IOT) Specialization

Design, create, and deploy a fun IoT device using Arduino and Raspberry Pi platforms.

This Specialization covers embedded systems, the Raspberry Pi Platform, and the Arduino environment for building devices that can control the physical world. In the final Capstone Project, you’ll apply the skills you learned by designing, building, and testing a microcontroller-based embedded system, producing a unique final project suitable for showcasing to future employers. Please note that this specialization does not offer discussion forums.

An Introduction to Programming the Internet of Things (IOT)

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