Web Service Clients on Raspberry Pi Pico W(C++)

Unlock the Full Potential of Your Raspberry Pi Pico W with Web Services! 🚀✨

Course Title: Web Service Clients on Raspberry Pi Pico W (C++)

Master the Art of Connectivity and Data Interaction with Your Raspberry Pi Pico W!

Course Overview:

Dive into the world of Internet of Things (IoT) and real-world data interaction by transforming your Raspberry Pi Pico W into a dynamic web service client. Web Service Clients on Raspberry Pi Pico W (C++) is an engaging course designed to empower you with the skills needed to harness C/C++ for seamless communication with web services, enabling your Pico W to participate in larger distributed systems.

What You'll Learn:

• Understanding Web Services 🌐 : Explore the fundamentals of RESTful web services and their role in IoT applications. Discover how to leverage these services to collect real-world data or send sensor data from your Pico W to central servers.

• Essential Libraries for HTTP Communication 📚 : Get hands-on experience with two critical libraries for managing HTTP protocol on the Pico W: LWIP HTTP App and coreHTTP, which also integrates with FreeRTOS kernel and LWIP Sockets for enhanced functionality.

• Secure Connections with HTTPS 🔒 : Learn how to connect your Pico W to secure web services using wolfSSL, ensuring encrypted communication.

• Data Handling - JSON and XML Payloads ⚛️ : Gain expertise in parsing JSON payloads using coreJSON and tiny-JSON libraries. Understand how to handle XML payloads with additional libraries, extending your Pico W's data processing capabilities.

• Hardware Interaction 👾 : Engage with hardware through STDIO output or by interfacing with external devices like the PIMORONI Galactic Unicorn display board or a TFT screen, and learn how to adapt examples to your specific hardware setup.

Course Requirements:

• Knowledge of C++ 🧠: The course assumes you are familiar with C++ syntax, focusing on the functional aspects of code within examples.

• FreeRTOS Kernel Understanding ⚙️: A foundational understanding of the FreeRTOS Kernel is necessary for following along, with a recommended course on FreeRTOS Kernel for the Raspberry Pi Pico to bridge any gaps.

• C++ Compilation and Deployment Skills 🛠️: The ability to compile and deploy C++ code to the Pico W using the Raspberry Pi Pico SDK is essential. For newcomers, "Introduction to C Development Environment for Raspberry PICO" is recommended as a precursor to this course.

• Python Knowledge 🐍: Familiarity with Python will be beneficial in setting up and testing your web service clients, as it's used for the support environment.

Why Take This Course?

• Practical Skills 🛠️: You'll learn by doing, with practical examples that bring theory to life.

• Versatile Libraries 📑: Get up and running with powerful libraries like LWIP HTTP App, coreHTTP, FreeRTOS, wolfSSL, coreJSON, tiny-JSON, and more.

• Real-World Applications 🌍: Learn how to apply your knowledge in real scenarios, making your Pico W a valuable part of IoT ecosystems.

• Community and Support 🤝: Join a community of learners and enthusiasts, all aiming to enhance their devices with the power of web services.

Embark on this journey to transform your Raspberry Pi Pico W into a sophisticated IoT client, capable of interacting with the vast landscape of web services. Enroll in Web Service Clients on Raspberry Pi Pico W (C++) today and take your first step towards connecting your device to the digital world! 🌟