Building Industry 4.0 Logistics Applications with MicroPython and ESP32 MCUs
Explore the development of an Industry 4.0 forklift hailing application using MicroPython and ESP32-based M5Stack hardware in this 30-minute EuroPython Conference talk. Learn how to scale from a prototype to a working system in a production environment, utilizing MicroPython, MQTT protocol, and Docker containers. Discover the journey, lessons learned, and potential pitfalls while building an IoT solution for logistics. Gain insights into the tooling setup, including a GUI simulator for M5Stack display. Witness a live demonstration of the forklift hailing system and understand how Python can be applied to solve real-world industrial challenges. No prior knowledge of MicroPython, MQTT, Docker, or logistics is required, but familiarity with Python syntax is recommended.