Explore the intricacies of selecting the right network protocol for IoT projects in this informative conference talk. Delve into common mistakes, the importance of protocol selection, and an overview of today's leading contenders. Learn about ZVR Toss Coop, its features, and stack, as well as the Eclipse CoOp implementation. Discover the Data Distribution Service, its main features, and the Eclipse Cyclone DDS. Gain insights into Lightweight M2M, including bootstrapping and the Eclipse Leshan implementation. Examine MQTT, its features, stack, and various implementations. Investigate emerging challengers like SPA, Plug, and Zeno. Acquire valuable guidance on how to choose the most suitable protocol for your IoT project and learn about the Eclipse IoT community's resources and support.