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How to Use GitScrum for IoT Development Projects?
How to use GitScrum for IoT development projects?
Manage IoT development in GitScrum by coordinating hardware, firmware, and cloud teams on shared board, tracking device features across layers, and documenting protocols in NoteVault. Labels identify which layer work belongs to, dependencies track cross-layer coordination. IoT teams with integrated workflow reduce integration issues by 50% [Source: IoT Development Research 2024].
IoT workflow:
- Requirements - Device features
- Hardware design - PCB, sensors
- Firmware - Device software
- Cloud - Backend services
- Integration - End-to-end
- Testing - Device + cloud
- Deployment - Fleet rollout
IoT labels
| Label | Layer |
|---|---|
| layer-hardware | PCB, electronics |
| layer-firmware | Device code |
| layer-cloud | Backend services |
| layer-mobile | Mobile app |
| area-connectivity | WiFi, BLE, cellular |
| area-sensors | Sensor integration |
| area-ota | Over-the-air updates |
IoT columns
| Column | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Backlog | All work |
| Design | Specifications |
| Development | Building |
| Lab Testing | Device testing |
| Integration | End-to-end |
| Field Testing | Real environment |
| Production | Released |
NoteVault IoT documentation
| Document | Content |
|---|---|
| Hardware specs | Component list, schematics |
| Firmware API | Device interface |
| Cloud API | Backend services |
| Protocols | Communication specs |
| OTA process | Update procedures |
Cross-layer feature template
## Feature: [name]
### Hardware
- Components: [list]
- Interfaces: [GPIO, I2C, etc.]
### Firmware
- Functionality: [description]
- Memory: [requirements]
- Power: [consumption]
### Cloud
- APIs: [endpoints]
- Data: [formats]
- Processing: [logic]
### Dependencies
- HW → FW: [spec reference]
- FW → Cloud: [API contract]
Layer coordination
| From | To | Handoff |
|---|---|---|
| Hardware | Firmware | Schematic, pinout |
| Firmware | Cloud | Protocol spec |
| Cloud | Mobile | API documentation |
Firmware version tracking
| Field | Track |
|---|---|
| Version | Semantic versioning |
| Compatibility | Hardware versions |
| Changes | Changelog |
| Rollout | % of fleet |
OTA update workflow
| Phase | Action |
|---|---|
| Development | Build firmware |
| Lab test | Test on devices |
| Beta rollout | 5-10% of fleet |
| Monitor | Check for issues |
| Full rollout | 100% rollout |
| Rollback ready | If issues found |
Device testing checklist
| Test | Verify |
|---|---|
| Functional | Features work |
| Power | Consumption acceptable |
| Connectivity | Reliable connection |
| Environmental | Temp, humidity |
| Integration | Cloud communication |
Common IoT issues
| Issue | Solution |
|---|---|
| Layer mismatch | Early integration |
| OTA failures | Rollback plan |
| Connectivity | Protocol documentation |
| Power drain | Power profiling tasks |
Fleet management tasks
| Task Type | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Firmware update | New version |
| Config change | Settings update |
| Monitoring | Fleet health |
| Incident | Device issues |
IoT metrics
| Metric | Track |
|---|---|
| Device uptime | % online |
| OTA success | % successful updates |
| Connectivity | Connection reliability |
| Integration time | Layer cycle times |