Method and Apparatus for Managing Ad-Hoc User-Centric Interconnectivity of Internet of Things with Apps

Abstract

An Internet of Things Controller and its new related tools. A Metadata Editor permits a developer of an App to specify metadata that automatically guides each deployment of the App within an end-user's particular network of IoT devices. Once an App is developed, the developer can upload the App to an online App Store, from which the App can be downloaded and deployed by end-users. A Data Editor enables end-users to create their own data, following the developer's metadata, thereby adapting the execution to their specific needs. While permitting adaptation, the Data Editor ensures the data created follows the overall pattern of the metadata, as provided by the developer. Facilities for internationalization of a deployed App's documentation, on a crowd-source basis, are also provided. Apps are “write once, run everywhere” on IoT controllers and devices to achieve optimal security, privacy, safety, power consumption, latency, and bandwidth utilization.

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