Benefits of Using Design Patterns on Microcontrollers in Implemented IoT Applications.

Area of Science:

• Computer Science
• Software Engineering
• Embedded Systems

Background:

• Microcontroller application development traditionally lacks advanced architectural principles.
• Enterprise and server applications benefit from sophisticated architectural patterns not yet widely adopted in microcontrollers.

Purpose of the Study:

• To present a novel modular framework for microcontroller software development.
• To adapt enterprise-level architectural principles, including design patterns and SOLID principles, for embedded systems.
• To demonstrate the framework's utility in developing Internet of Things (IoT) applications.

Main Methods:

• Development of a modular framework incorporating previously unimplemented architectural principles.
• Application of design pattern architecture and SOLID principles within the framework.
• Illustrative examples of Internet of Things (IoT) application development using the framework.

Main Results:

• The framework enables the creation of robust, adaptive, and scalable microcontroller applications.
• A modular and clean design enhances development efficiency.
• Facilitates easy integration of new features, sensors, development boards, and tools.

Conclusions:

• The proposed architectural concepts provide guidance for future-proofing microcontroller applications, particularly in the IoT domain.
• The framework supports developers in building resilient and adaptable embedded systems.
• Promotes efficient development and seamless integration of emerging technologies in the IoT landscape.