Internet of Things(IoT) is a network of physical objects or people called “things” that are embedded with software, electronics, network, and sensors that allows these objects to collect and exchange data.
The goal of IoT is to extend to internet connectivity from standard devices like computer, mobile, tablet to relatively dumb devices like a toaster.
Why Learn IOT?
Internet of Things is considered as the next big technology revolution after invention of Internet. It is supposed to make tremendous impacts on lives and may possibly lead to betterment of millions of lives throughout the world. According to Cisco, over 50 million devices are expected to be connected to IoT by 2020.
Healthcare, Logistics, Aviation, Education, Information Technology name any thing and IoT will become an integral part of all these verticals. Internet of Things is believed to bring about the singularity which will ultimately converge into becoming the Internet of Everything.
IoT has therefore become a leading interest of technologists globally and is perceived to be the NEXT BIG THING in IT industry. Learning IoT will not only provide you a career boost but you will also be able to gain insights on how technology has affected the world and will continue to do so in the coming decades.