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MQTT Sparkplug Essentials

Delve into the new best-in-class IIoT software specification

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In this new blog series, get to know Sparkplug - the software specification the Industrial Internet of Things has been waiting for!


Sparkplug is an open-source software specification for MQTT helping the manufacturing industry to seamlessly integrate data from their applications, sensors, devices, and gateways.

This blog post series is the perfect starting point for everyone who wants to learn about integration, implementation, and usage of one of the most important communication protocols for the Industrial Internet of Things.

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This will be your kickstart for MQTT Sparkplug. The entire Sparkplug blog series is now available as eBook.
MQTT Sparkplug Essentials
Part 1

Introduction to Sparkplug


IIoT conveyor belt
MQTT Sparkplug Essentials
Part 2

Sparkplug Architecture


Server Room
MQTT Sparkplug Essentials
Part 3

Publish/Subscribe vs. Poll/Response

Modern industrial hall

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