IoT with Arduino Cloud: Beginner-Friendly Workshop

Join us for a 2-hour, hands-on workshop that introduces you to the Internet of Things (IoT) using Arduino Cloud. This beginner-friendly session will show you how to connect a device to WiFi, visualise sensor data in real time, and manage your device remotely.

Arduino Cloud

Arduino Cloud is an online platform for connecting compatible boards to the Internet, building dashboards, and viewing your sensor data from anywhere. You’ll use it to get an ESP32 online and streaming live environmental readings.

What You’ll Learn

During the workshop, you’ll solder, wire, and program sensors on an ESP32. You’ll connect your device to Arduino Cloud, set up a simple dashboard, and monitor temperature, humidity, and air pressure online. You’ll also display readings locally on a small screen.

Materials

You’ll work with:

• Two ESP32 boards
• A BME280 sensor for temperature, humidity, and air pressure
• A small screen to display data locally

Requirements

• A laptop
• Install the Arduino Cloud Agent
• A USB-C data cable (limited number available to buy on the day)
• No previous experience required, beginner-friendly

Materials Costs

It costs €25 for a kit to take home.

Instructions

Link to slides

Facilitator

Taught by Jeffrey Roe.

Buy a kit at the Hardware Hacking Area to guarantee a seat, or come by early. Please do arrive early, regardless.