Explore Bluetooth Low Energy ( BLE ) Fundamentals in Weekend

Course Headline: 📚 Unlock the Mysteries of Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) Protocols!

Course Instructor: Hariharan Veerappan

Course Title: Explore Bluetooth Low Energy Fundamentals in Weekend

Course Description:

Are you ready to dive into the world of Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE)? This course is your ultimate guide to understanding the intricate layers of BLE, from the Hardware Radio Layer all the way up to the Application Layer. Whether you're a hobbyist, student, or professional, this course will equip you with the knowledge to unlock the potential of BLE in various applications, including Personal Area Networks (PAN) and Smart Automation Networks.

Why This Course?

• Comprehensive Coverage: We'll delve into the full spectrum of BLE specifications, ensuring you gain a solid understanding from the ground up.
• Relevant Focus: Our emphasis is on BLE PAN and its essential layers, including the Radio Layer, Link Layer, L2CAP layer, Attribute Profile (GATT), General Access Profile (GAP), Generic Attribute Protocol (GATT), Security Manager, Host Controller Interface (HCI), and the Application layer.
• Practical Skills: By following step-by-step instructions, you'll learn how to develop an Environment Sensing Service. We'll start with creating a BLE advertisement, establish a simple GATT connection, add BLE standard profiles, characteristics, read and notify properties, and more!

Course Outline:

• Introduction to Bluetooth Low Energy: A brief history and the evolution of BLE technology.

  • What is BLE?
  • Use cases in various industries.

• Understanding BLE Layers: An in-depth look at each layer, including:

  • Radio Layer: The physical communication aspect.
  • Link Layer: Managing connections and data link control.
  • L2CAP Layer: Logical link control and adaptation protocol.
  • Attribute Profile (GATT): Service-oriented architecture for storing data.
  • General Access Profile (GAP): Enabling devices to be discoverable.
  • Generic Attribute Protocol (GATT): Data retrieval and exchange over the air.
  • Security Manager: Securing the BLE communication.
  • Host Controller Interface (HCI): Communication between the host and the RF chip.
  • Application Layer: Utilizing BLE data in applications.

• Developing with BLE: Step-by-step implementation guide for creating a functional Environment Sensing Service, including:

  • Setting up the environment with DHT11 sensor.
  • Configuring advertising data and service UUIDs.
  • Establishing a GATT client/server connection.
  • Adding BLE standard profiles.
  • Implementing characteristics with read/notify properties.
  • Reading data from DHT11 sensors every 5 seconds.
  • Enabling notifications to receive updates in real-time.

By the end of this course, you will have a strong grasp of BLE technology and the ability to develop your own BLE services. Whether for personal projects or professional applications, this knowledge will empower you to innovate and contribute to the growing ecosystem of IoT devices.

Join us on this journey to unlock the potential of Bluetooth Low Energy! 🛠️💡 Enroll now and start your adventure in the world of wireless communication today. Let's make every device around us smarter and more connected!