Two years ago I built the first version of MQTT Studio. It allows you to build dashboards for your IoT projects without writing code. Basically it gets attached to your MQTT data pipe and visualize the data with widgets.
Problems of the first version
It worked in client-side that means you cannot view the data without keeping your browser open. It was a bit complex for what it offered and user friendly.
It does not come with a broker, you have to bring your own broker and it is a major blocker for beginners and people who just want to give it a try.
Not enough material and demos. I was aware of what this system can do but visitors don’t and there is no way to see that without me showing.
Why I spend my time and energy to build the second version?
I started focus on IoT dashboards and solutions full-time and need systems to simplify my development progress. I had chance to play with what is available in the market and tried few things. They all allowed me to build what I wanted and I was okey with it, but if I want to offer something professional and customizable with white label like features, they do not give me what I want. Instead I’m building my own solution and making it available for all makers & builders.
I learned the mistakes and missing features of the first version and trying my best to overcome those in the new version.
What is different now:
- It runs with a backend and continues to capture data in the background.
- It comes with a broker that is available to all users. You still can connect your own broker.
- Simplified user experience and design.
- Tutorials and resources are on the way to help people understand and see what MQTT Studio can do.
Current progress
I continue to push to production so you can go start using the new version on https://mqtt.studio. It does not require complicated register steps, just type your email and follow the link provided in the email and you’re in. Currently it only supports free plan and its limits. Working hard to build few demo projects to showcase the product.