About This workshop
This intensive, one-day workshop focuses on the practical aspects of creating and deploying Internet of Things (IoT) solutions for environmental data collection in remote settings. Participants will learn how to select appropriate sensors for parameters like temperature, humidity, and air quality, interface them with microcontrollers like ESP32, and program them for low-power operation. The curriculum covers essential topics such as power management for extended outdoor deployments, cellular/LoRaWAN communication protocols for transmitting data from off-grid locations, and basic cloud integration for data visualization and analysis. Attendees will build a functional prototype, understand deployment strategies for rugged environments, and discuss real-world applications relevant to conservation, agriculture, and outdoor recreation in Montana. Prior basic programming knowledge (Python/C++) is recommended to fully benefit from the hands-on labs.
