IoT Tools and Platforms
Engineering guides for selecting, deploying, and extending IoT platforms, development tools, dashboards, and device operations software.
IoT Tools and Platforms articles · Page 5
How to Design a Local-First Smart Home with Home Assistant
When people talk about a Home Assistant setup being "local-first," the first instinct is often "remove the cloud." That instinct is understandable.
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Why Tuya Projects Fail on DP Modeling, Not API Calls
Learn how to design Tuya DP (Data Points) for IoT devices. Understand DP structure, examples, and best practices for scalable Tuya IoT development.
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Tuya Cloud API Integration: Verify Authentication, Device Scope, and State Separately
When a server-side team integrates Tuya devices into its own product, the most costly mistake is usually not a malformed HTTP request.
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Tuya AI Integration: Practical Ways to Build Intelligent IoT Workflows
Learn how Tuya AI integration works using Cloud API, App SDK, and event-driven automation. A practical guide for building reliable AI-driven workflows.
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Understanding Tuya Smart Mini-Apps: The Next Evolution of IoT Application Development
Discover how Tuya Smart Mini-Apps bridge Panel, OEM, and SDK apps. Build cross-device IoT dashboards using Tuya Cloud and Smart Life.
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How Device Brands Should Choose a Tuya Public App, OEM App, or App SDK
Compare Tuya Smart and Smart Life public apps, OEM App, and SmartLife App SDK through four project routes, three buyer scenarios, and a practical scoping checklist.
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Tuya Module Selection and Hardware Development Guide: WiFi, BLE, and Zigbee Comparison
Learn Tuya module selection and hardware development for WiFi, BLE, and Zigbee IoT modules. Build smarter hardware with the right Tuya solution.
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Tuya SDK App Migration Guide 2025: How to Move from Tuya OEM App to a Custom SDK App
Migrate from Tuya OEM App to a Custom Tuya SDK App. Compare OEM limitations and pricing, explore SDK benefits, and follow our step-by-step migration guide.
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SGP.32 eSIM Standard Officially Released at MWC 2025: Redefining Global IoT Connectivity
Discover how the SGP.32 eSIM standard enables global IoT connectivity, secure remote provisioning, and seamless device management at scale.
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Dify Workflow vs Agent: 5 Key Differences and When to Use Each
Compare Dify Workflow and Agent across control flow, tool choice, side effects, auditability, and errors. Use the table to choose Workflow, Agent, or Hybrid.
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SmolRTSP: Open-Source Practices for Efficient RTSP Streaming in Embedded Systems
SmolRTSP enables low-latency RTSP streaming for embedded and IoT devices. Learn its Rust architecture and key integration tips from ZedIoT.
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DeviceScript: Using TypeScript in IoT Device – Microsoft’s Modern Development Approach
With the increasing prevalence and complexity of IoT devices, the demand for advanced embedded development tools has grown significantly.
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