Weather Monitoring App
Chiranjit Das
1Student, Dept. of MCA, RV College of Engineering®, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
Email: chiranjitdas.mca21@rvce.edu.in
Abstract
In this digital era, integrating Internet of Things (IoT) technology with mobile applications has revolutionised various industries, including weather monitoring. This project presents the development of a weather monitoring app that harnesses the power of IoT and Kotlin programming language. The app utilizes a weather API to obtain real-time weather data and seamlessly communicates with an IoT device, enabling users to access and display weather information conveniently.
project begins with a detailed analysis of requirements, outlining the desired features and functionalities of the app. The weather API selection process is discussed, and the chosen API is integrated into the Kotlin app to fetch weather data. Additionally, location services are implemented to offer location-based weather updates.
An IoT device, such as a Raspberry Pi or Arduino, is selected for displaying the weather data. The IoT device is connected to the internet and programmed to fetch weather data from the app. Communication protocols between the Android app and the IoT device are established, ensuring smooth data exchange.
The app's user interface is designed to provide an intuitive experience for users, with weather data and location information prominently displayed. Error handling mechanisms are implemented to deal with potential API downtimes or communication failures between the app and the IoT device.
Through comprehensive testing, the app's functionality, performance, and reliability are assessed. Security measures are implemented to safeguard user data and privacy during data transmission.
The result is a robust and user-friendly weather-monitoring app that seamlessly integrates IoT technology with Kotlin's efficiency and flexibility. The app empowers users to access real-time weather updates, enhancing their preparedness for weather changes and enabling informed decision-making for various outdoor activities. With the proliferation of IoT and its impact on various sectors, this project serves as a valuable example of leveraging IoT and Kotlin to develop innovative mobile applications for everyday use.
Keywords – Weather Monitoring App, Kotlin, IoT, Real-time Weather Data, Weather API
