IoT device testing is a process of verifying the functionality of an IoT device and its interaction with other devices and systems.
In this day and age, the Internet of Things (IoT) testing is more prevalent than ever. We use IoT devices every day without even realizing it, such as our smartphones, fitness trackers, and home assistants like Amazon Echo and Google Home.
With the growing popularity of IoT devices comes the need for robust testing methods to ensure that the device functions as expected and does not cause any harm to either the user or the system.
What is IoT?
The Internet of Things (IoT) can be explained as the process by which we can connect everyday physical electronic objects to the internet—from simple household objects such as light bulbs; to devices like wearables, smart devices, even smart cities.
Here in the Internet of things each of these devices collects and shares data with each other. This allows us to add a new level of digital intelligence to our household devices and help them process information on-site without any delays.
The internet of things contains three primary components:
- Devices
- Communications
- Computation
1. Devices
They are the physical objects connected to the internet, usually electronic devices. It is the ‘things’ in the Internet of things.
2. Communications
They are carried out through WiFi or satellites and cellular services. This is a crucial component to keep the entire system connected and working.
3. Computation
The process of computation is performed by a central location on the server, this allows the system to run efficiently.