Crow’s NestMQTT and the Vibe Engineering Adventure

In the world of (Industrial) Internet of Things (IIoT), MQTT is a widely adopted messaging protocol. Whether you’re debugging a flaky device or trying to understand system-wide message flow, a good MQTT client is a lifesaver.

There are many excellent MQTT clients available—like MqttExplorer, MQTTX, mqttui, and the classic mosquitto_sub. However, none quite met my specific needs. That kicked off a wild journey: building my own client, Crow’s NestMQTT, while exploring how Generative AI can accelerate software development.

Harnessing the Power of Small Language Models in Industrial IoT

The industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) is revolutionizing how industries operate, bringing connectivity and data-driven insights to every corner of the manufacturing process. As IIoT devices proliferate, the need for robust, efficient, and intelligent data processing becomes increasingly critical. This is where small language models come into play, particularly in the context of intelligent edge scenarios where offline capabilities are paramount.