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Integrating Connected IoT Microcontrollers with Amazon FreeRTOS

Michael Heydt

This course will teach you the essentials needed to create applications using the Amazon FreeRTOS, including seamless interconnectivity with AWS IoT and other edge devices, as well as creating device shadows and performing over-the-air updates.

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This course will teach you the essentials needed to create applications using the Amazon FreeRTOS, including seamless interconnectivity with AWS IoT and other edge devices, as well as creating device shadows and performing over-the-air updates.

Ever thought, how can you write code for IoT microcontrollers and have them communicate with AWS and also other edge devices? In this course, Integrating Connected IoT Microcontrollers with Amazon FreeRTOS, you’ll learn how to build applications with Amazon FreeRTOS that can communicate with the cloud and other edge devices. First, you’ll discover how to configure Amazon FreeRTOS to communicate with AWS IoT. Next, you’ll explore how to write applications for FreeRTOS, including multitasking, inter-task messaging and synchronization, handling button presses, and reading data from sensors. Finally, you'll learn about communications with AWS IoT using MQTT, how to create device shadows and identities with Amazon FreeRTOS, and perform over-the-air updates. When you’re finished with this course, you’ll have the skills and knowledge of Amazon FreeRTOS needed to build cloud and edge connected IoT things.

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Syllabus

Course Overview
Setting up AWS FreeRTOS
FreeRTOS Programming Essentials
Inter-task Communications with Queues and Messaging
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Cloud Connectivity and Communication
Administering, Monitoring, and Troubleshooting AWS FreeRTOS

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Develops skills and knowledge in creating applications using Amazon FreeRTOS, interfacing with AWS IoT, creating device shadows, and performing over-the-air updates, which are essential for IoT microcontrollers
Provides practical knowledge and hands-on practice in building cloud and edge connected IoT things using Amazon FreeRTOS
Incorporates lessons on inter-task communications, cloud connectivity, and administration, which are crucial for building robust IoT systems
Taught by Michael Heydt, an expert in IoT and embedded systems, which ensures the quality and relevance of the course content
Teaches skills and knowledge that are highly relevant to industry, making it valuable for professionals working with IoT microcontrollers and embedded devices
Requires prior knowledge in programming and embedded systems, which may be a limitation for beginners

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Activities

Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in Integrating Connected IoT Microcontrollers with Amazon FreeRTOS with these activities:
Review Embedded C Programming
Ensure a strong understanding of the C programming language and its use in embedded systems before beginning this course.
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  • Review C programming syntax and data structures
  • Practice writing simple embedded C programs
  • Read articles and tutorials on embedded C programming
Gather Resources on Amazon FreeRTOS
Build a comprehensive collection of resources on Amazon FreeRTOS, including tutorials, documentation, and code samples.
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  • Search for resources on Amazon FreeRTOS
  • Organize the resources into categories and topics
  • Share your compilation with other students
Write practice programs
Writing code helps solidify your understanding of the language concepts and syntax.
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  • Choose a topic
  • Write a simple program
  • Test and debug your program
  • Refactor your code
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Join an Amazon FreeRTOS Study Group
Engage with other students, discuss concepts, share knowledge, and collaborate on projects related to Amazon FreeRTOS.
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  • Find or start an Amazon FreeRTOS study group
  • Attend regular study sessions
  • Collaborate on projects and assignments
Follow tutorials on Amazon FreeRTOS
Tutorials provide a structured way to learn about new concepts and skills.
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  • Find a tutorial
  • Follow the tutorial
  • Complete the exercises
  • Ask questions if you get stuck
Participate in a study group
Study groups can provide support and motivation.
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  • Find a study group
  • Attend study group meetings
  • Participate in discussions
  • Help other students
Follow Tutorials on Amazon FreeRTOS
Gain hands-on experience with Amazon FreeRTOS by following guided tutorials and building simple projects.
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  • Find tutorials on Amazon FreeRTOS
  • Follow the tutorials and build the projects
  • Experiment with different Amazon FreeRTOS features
Code Amazon FreeRTOS Applications
Solidifies learning by having students actually write code and debug errors.
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  • Set up development environment.
  • Configure Amazon FreeRTOS.
  • Create an application using the Amazon FreeRTOS library.
  • Debug and test the application.
Start working on your own IoT project
Starting your own project can help you to learn new skills and apply your knowledge in a practical way.
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  • Choose a topic
  • Do some research
  • Create a plan
  • Start coding
  • Test and debug your code
Solve Amazon FreeRTOS Coding Challenges
Sharpen your Amazon FreeRTOS coding skills by solving coding challenges and puzzles specifically designed for this platform.
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  • Find coding challenges for Amazon FreeRTOS
  • Solve the challenges and write code snippets to implement solutions
  • Compare your solutions with others and learn from different approaches
Learn Advanced FreeRTOS Concepts
Provides students with additional materials to supplement the course content.
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  • Find tutorials on advanced FreeRTOS concepts.
  • Follow the tutorials to learn how to use these concepts in your applications.
  • Apply the concepts in your own projects.
Build a Simple IoT Device with Amazon FreeRTOS
Apply your knowledge of Amazon FreeRTOS by building a simple IoT device that can connect to AWS IoT and perform basic tasks.
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  • Gather the necessary hardware and software
  • Configure Amazon FreeRTOS on your device
  • Write the code for your IoT device
  • Test and deploy your IoT device
Participate in Amazon FreeRTOS Hackathons
Challenge yourself and showcase your Amazon FreeRTOS skills by participating in hackathons and competitions.
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  • Find Amazon FreeRTOS hackathons and competitions
  • Form a team or work individually
  • Develop an innovative IoT solution using Amazon FreeRTOS
  • Submit your solution and compete for prizes
Contribute to Amazon FreeRTOS Open Source Projects
Make valuable contributions to the Amazon FreeRTOS community by participating in open source projects.
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  • Find open source projects related to Amazon FreeRTOS
  • Identify areas where you can contribute
  • Submit code changes, bug fixes, or documentation updates
  • Collaborate with other contributors

Career center

Learners who complete Integrating Connected IoT Microcontrollers with Amazon FreeRTOS will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:
Embedded Software Engineer
Embedded Software Engineers design, develop, and maintain embedded software systems. They work with customers to understand their business needs and develop embedded software systems that meet those needs. This course can help you develop the skills and knowledge needed to become an Embedded Software Engineer. You'll learn how to configure Amazon FreeRTOS to communicate with AWS IoT, write applications for FreeRTOS, and perform over-the-air updates. These skills are essential for anyone who wants to work in embedded software development.
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IoT Developer
IoT Developers develop and maintain IoT devices and applications. They work with customers to understand their business needs and develop IoT solutions that meet those needs. This course can help you develop the skills and knowledge needed to become an IoT Developer. You'll learn how to configure Amazon FreeRTOS to communicate with AWS IoT, write applications for FreeRTOS, and perform over-the-air updates. These skills are essential for anyone who wants to work in IoT.
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IoT Architect
IoT Architects design, develop, and manage IoT solutions. They work with customers to understand their business needs and develop IoT solutions that meet those needs. This course can help you develop the skills and knowledge needed to become an IoT Architect. You'll learn how to configure Amazon FreeRTOS to communicate with AWS IoT, write applications for FreeRTOS, and perform over-the-air updates. These skills are essential for anyone who wants to work in IoT.
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Cloud Architect
Cloud Architects lead the design, implementation, and management of cloud computing solutions. They work with customers to understand their business needs and develop cloud-based solutions that meet those needs. This course can help you develop the skills and knowledge needed to become a Cloud Architect. You'll learn how to configure Amazon FreeRTOS to communicate with AWS IoT, write applications for FreeRTOS, and perform over-the-air updates. These skills are essential for anyone who wants to work in cloud computing.
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Network Engineer
Network Engineers design, develop, and maintain computer networks. They work with customers to understand their business needs and develop networks that meet those needs. This course can help you develop the skills and knowledge needed to become a Network Engineer. You'll learn how to configure Amazon FreeRTOS to communicate with AWS IoT, write applications for FreeRTOS, and perform over-the-air updates. These skills are essential for anyone who wants to work in network engineering.
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Systems Engineer
Systems Engineers design, develop, and maintain complex systems. They work with customers to understand their business needs and develop systems that meet those needs. This course can help you develop the skills and knowledge needed to become a Systems Engineer. You'll learn how to configure Amazon FreeRTOS to communicate with AWS IoT, write applications for FreeRTOS, and perform over-the-air updates. These skills are essential for anyone who wants to work in systems engineering.
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Security Engineer
Security Engineers design, develop, and maintain security systems. They work with customers to understand their business needs and develop security systems that meet those needs. This course can help you develop the skills and knowledge needed to become a Security Engineer. You'll learn how to configure Amazon FreeRTOS to communicate with AWS IoT, write applications for FreeRTOS, and perform over-the-air updates. These skills are essential for anyone who wants to work in security engineering.
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Software Engineer
Software Engineers design, develop, and maintain software systems. They work with customers to understand their business needs and develop software solutions that meet those needs. This course can help you develop the skills and knowledge needed to become a Software Engineer. You'll learn how to configure Amazon FreeRTOS to communicate with AWS IoT, write applications for FreeRTOS, and perform over-the-air updates. These skills are essential for anyone who wants to work in software development.
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Data Engineer
Data Engineers design, develop, and maintain data pipelines. They work with customers to understand their business needs and develop data pipelines that meet those needs. This course can help you develop the skills and knowledge needed to become a Data Engineer. You'll learn how to configure Amazon FreeRTOS to communicate with AWS IoT, write applications for FreeRTOS, and perform over-the-air updates. These skills are essential for anyone who wants to work in data engineering.
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DevOps Engineer
DevOps Engineers work with developers and operations teams to ensure that software is deployed and maintained efficiently. They work with customers to understand their business needs and develop DevOps pipelines that meet those needs. This course can help you develop the skills and knowledge needed to become a DevOps Engineer. You'll learn how to configure Amazon FreeRTOS to communicate with AWS IoT, write applications for FreeRTOS, and perform over-the-air updates. These skills are essential for anyone who wants to work in DevOps.
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Cloud Developer
Cloud Developers develop and maintain cloud-based applications. They work with customers to understand their business needs and develop cloud-based applications that meet those needs. This course can help you develop the skills and knowledge needed to become a Cloud Developer. You'll learn how to configure Amazon FreeRTOS to communicate with AWS IoT, write applications for FreeRTOS, and perform over-the-air updates. These skills are essential for anyone who wants to work in cloud development.
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Cloud Solutions Architect
Cloud Solutions Architects help customers design, implement, and manage cloud computing solutions. They work with customers to understand their business needs and develop cloud-based solutions that meet those needs. This course can help you develop the skills and knowledge needed to become a Cloud Solutions Architect. You'll learn how to configure Amazon FreeRTOS to communicate with AWS IoT, write applications for FreeRTOS, and perform over-the-air updates. These skills are essential for anyone who wants to work in cloud computing.
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Data Scientist
Data Scientists use data to solve business problems. They work with customers to understand their business needs and use data to develop solutions to those needs. This course can help you develop the skills and knowledge needed to become a Data Scientist. You'll learn how to configure Amazon FreeRTOS to communicate with AWS IoT, write applications for FreeRTOS, and perform over-the-air updates. These skills can be useful for Data Scientists who want to work with IoT data.
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Machine Learning Engineer
Machine Learning Engineers develop and maintain machine learning models. They work with customers to understand their business needs and develop machine learning models that meet those needs. This course can help you develop the skills and knowledge needed to become a Machine Learning Engineer. You'll learn how to configure Amazon FreeRTOS to communicate with AWS IoT, write applications for FreeRTOS, and perform over-the-air updates. These skills can be useful for Machine Learning Engineers who want to work with IoT devices.
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Data Analyst
Data Analysts analyze data to identify trends and patterns. They work with customers to understand their business needs and use data to develop insights that can help those businesses. This course may be useful for Data Analysts who want to work with IoT data. You'll learn how to configure Amazon FreeRTOS to communicate with AWS IoT, write applications for FreeRTOS, and perform over-the-air updates. These skills can be useful for Data Analysts who want to work with IoT data.
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Reading list

We've selected 12 books that we think will supplement your learning. Use these to develop background knowledge, enrich your coursework, and gain a deeper understanding of the topics covered in Integrating Connected IoT Microcontrollers with Amazon FreeRTOS.
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Real-Time Systems Design and Analysis
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Provides a comprehensive overview of real-time systems. It covers topics such as scheduling, concurrency, and fault tolerance. This book good resource for understanding the underlying concepts of real-time systems and how they apply to Amazon FreeRTOS.
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Embedded Software
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Provides a practical introduction to FreeRTOS, the real-time operating system used in Amazon FreeRTOS. It covers topics such as task management, scheduling, and synchronization. This book good resource for understanding the basics of FreeRTOS.
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Embedded C Coding Standard
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Provides a comprehensive overview of embedded systems programming, covering topics such as hardware architecture, software design, and debugging. It valuable resource for anyone who wants to learn more about the basics of embedded systems programming.
Embedded C Coding Standard
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Designing the Internet of Things
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Provides a comprehensive overview of the Internet of Things (IoT), including topics such as IoT devices, networks, and applications. It also covers topics such as security and privacy. This book good resource for understanding the broader context of IoT and how Amazon FreeRTOS fits into the IoT ecosystem.
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The Customer Centricity Ebook Collection (3 Books)
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Provides a comprehensive overview of the AWS IoT platform, covering topics such as setting up your account, creating your first project, and building your first device. It valuable resource for anyone who wants to learn more about the AWS IoT platform.
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Embedded Systems
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Provides a comprehensive overview of embedded systems. It covers topics such as hardware, software, and design. This book good resource for understanding the broader context of embedded systems and how Amazon FreeRTOS fits into the embedded systems landscape.
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IoT Fundamentals
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Provides a comprehensive overview of IoT fundamentals. It covers topics such as networking technologies, protocols, and use cases. This book good resource for understanding the broader context of IoT and how Amazon FreeRTOS fits into the IoT ecosystem.
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Mastering Embedded Linux Programming
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Embedded Linux
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Provides a comprehensive overview of embedded Linux. It covers topics such as hardware, software, and tools. This book good resource for understanding the underlying software concepts used in Amazon FreeRTOS.
Embedded Linux: Hardware, Software, and Interfacing
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Definitive Guide to Arm Cortex-M23 and Cortex-M33...
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Fast and Effective Embedded Systems Design
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Provides a comprehensive overview of ARM Cortex-M microcontrollers and how to use them to design embedded systems. It covers topics such as hardware architecture, software development, and real-time operating systems. This book good reference for understanding the underlying hardware and software concepts used in Amazon FreeRTOS.
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Architecting Data and Machine Learning Platforms
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201 hours
Level
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Pluralsight
Instructor
Michael Heydt
Language
English
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Good to know
Develops skills and knowledge in creating applications using Amazon FreeRTOS, interfacing with AWS IoT, creating device shadows, and performing over-the-air updates, which are essential for IoT microcontrollers
Provides practical knowledge and hands-on practice in building cloud and edge connected IoT things using Amazon FreeRTOS
Incorporates lessons on inter-task communications, cloud connectivity, and administration, which are crucial for building robust IoT systems
Taught by Michael Heydt, an expert in IoT and embedded systems, which ensures the quality and relevance of the course content
Teaches skills and knowledge that are highly relevant to industry, making it valuable for professionals working with IoT microcontrollers and embedded devices
Requires prior knowledge in programming and embedded systems, which may be a limitation for beginners
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