Think of an HTTP server as a waiter in a restaurant:
On ESP32:
http://192.168.0.120 in browser → ESP32 responds with a webpage!
Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) has become the standard for mobile device-to-hardware communication, powering everything from fitness trackers to medical devices. However, building a reliable BLE mobile application requires understanding platform-specific quirks, connection management strategies, and robust error handling. This guide synthesizes real-world lessons from production BLE implementations.
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WiFi provisioning—the process of configuring an IoT device to connect to a user’s home network—is one of the most critical yet challenging aspects of IoT product development. What appears simple (connect device to WiFi) involves navigating a maze of platform restrictions, security requirements, network edge cases, and user experience challenges.
This article explores the complete landscape of WiFi provisioning, covering technical approaches, platform-specific limitations, and real-world solutions.
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This guide explains how to connect your ESP32 to an existing WiFi network (like your home WiFi). We’ll break down every single line of code so you understand exactly what’s happening.
Station (STA) mode means your ESP32 acts like your phone or laptop – it connects to an existing WiFi network.
Continue readingThis guide explains how to turn your ESP32 into a WiFi hotspot (Access Point) that other devices can connect to. We’ll break down every single line of code so you understand exactly what’s happening.
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