1. Introduction

The GSSS Technology Business Incubator Foundation (GSSSTBIF), Mysuru, organized a five-day Bootcamp on “IoT Device Programming” in collaboration with the Centre for Development of Advanced Computing (C-DAC), Bengaluru, and the Electronics and Communication Engineering (ECE) Department, GSSSIETW.
This program was conducted under the Future Skills PRIME (FSP) initiative of the Government of India, aimed at bridging the skill gap in emerging technologies and preparing students for industry-ready roles in IoT and embedded systems.

2. Resource Persons

The training sessions were led by Mr. Murugan S, Scientist-D, C-DAC Bengaluru, a senior embedded systems engineer with national and international exposure. His expertise includes:

Bluetooth & RFID-based applications
GSM software & IoT product development
Embedded automation systems
Collaborations with DRDO, NIOT, CSIO, BEL, and other reputed organizations

He was accompanied by:
Mr. Dnyaneshwar, Project Associate, C-DAC Bengaluru
Mr. Pranav Sangar, Project Engineer, C-DAC Bengaluru
Together, the team delivered insightful sessions that combined conceptual knowledge with hands-on exposure.

3. Program Details:

The Bootcamp was inaugurated in the presence of dignitaries from GSSSIETW.

Dr. M. Shivakumar, Principal, GSSSIETW, in his presidential address, emphasized the importance of leveraging incubation facilities to enhance entrepreneurial skills and benefit from the growing startup ecosystem. Dr. Rajendra R. Patil, HOD, E&C Department, highlighted the Bootcamp’s role in complementing academic learning, fostering innovation, and encouraging entrepreneurial ventures. Dr. Hrishikesh A, CEO, DST-iTBI–GSSSTBIF, briefed the gathering on GSSSTBIF’s state-of-the-art facilities and its initiatives to strengthen the startup ecosystem and support entrepreneurship.

4. Topics Covered

The Bootcamp was structured to provide a balanced mix of theory and practical training. The following areas were covered in detail:

IoT Fundamentals – concepts, scope, and applications
Sensors & Actuators – types, working principles, and use cases
Microcontroller Programming – demonstrations and practice sessions
Wireless Technologies – Wi-Fi, Zigbee, BLE for IoT devices,
IoT Communication Protocols – CoAP, MQTT, RESTful APIs
End-to-End IoT Application Development – from system design to deployment
Kits used in this Boot camp: Ubi Mote
Students actively participated in practical exercises, group activities, and guided demonstrations, making the learning highly effective.

5. Outcomes of the Bootcamp:

The Bootcamp resulted in several positive outcomes:

Enhanced understanding of IoT architecture and device programming
Exposure to industry-relevant technologies and communication protocols
Improved practical skills in microcontroller programming and integration of sensors/actuators
Opportunity to interact with and learn from experts at C-DAC Bengaluru
Motivation among students to pursue projects and innovation in IoT-based applications

6. Participation and Feedback

The Bootcamp witnessed enthusiastic participation from 128 students of the 5th Semester E&C Department.

Feedback collected from both students and faculty indicated a high level of satisfaction with the program content, resource persons, and delivery methodology. The participants found the Bootcamp extremely beneficial in enhancing their knowledge and practical exposure.

7. Conclusion

The Five-Day Bootcamp on IoT Device Programming successfully achieved its objective of equipping students with technical expertise and practical exposure in the IoT domain.
The collaboration between DST-iTBI-GSSSTBIF, C-DAC Bengaluru, and GSSSIETW ensured the program’s success, making it both impactful and relevant to industry needs.
This initiative marks another milestone in fostering innovation, entrepreneurship, and skill development among students.

Organized by:

26th August 2025
DST-iTBI-GSSSTBIF, Mysuru
In collaboration with C-DAC, Bengaluru & Department of ECE, GSSSIETW
Program Dates: 18th – 22nd August 2025
Venue: Room No. D-008, ‘D’ Block, GSSSIETW Campus