IoT Smart Energy MVP

Project Overview

Collaborated with national utility companies to build a Desktop and Mobile MVP demonstrating the power of the Internet of Things (IoT). The application integrates with Home Assistant and Matter standards to allow utility providers to trigger 'demand response events,' automatically adjusting smart devices to lower power surges and prevent outages.

Challenges

• Real-time communication between grid and home devices

• Ensuring user privacy while tracking energy savings

• Interoperability with various smart home standards

Solutions

• Utilized Kafka for high-throughput event streaming

• Built a cross-platform mobile interface with Nativewind

• Implemented secure API handshakes for device control

Results

• Validated the Demand Response model for city planners

• Demonstrated measurable reduction in energy load

• Successful MVP leading to further product roadmap