Cross platform IoT Over Beacon libraries in C

Protected static libraries for TI and ST sensor platforms. Clear docs. Consistent API. Mobile validation included.

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Engagement at a glance

Scope
  • Static C library that abstracts beacon communication
  • Platform builds for TI SensorTag and ST boards
  • Headers, docs, and sample test apps
Constraints
  • Protected distribution of the library
  • Consistent API across targets
  • Use of standard SDKs and IDEs
Validation
  • Board level testing on TI and ST
  • Mobile validation on iOS and Android
  • Reference flows for logging and motion

Platforms and toolchains

  • Targets: TI SensorTag, ST Nucleo, ST SensorTile
  • SDKs and stacks: TI and STM32 standard stacks
  • IDEs: Code Composer Studio, System Workbench for STM32
  • Language: C
  • Packaging: protected static libraries with headers
  • Docs: Doxygen for API and integration notes
One API
Shared across targets
Faster bring up
Less rework
Protected build
IP safety
Mobile checks
iOS and Android

Implementation outline

  1. Define a narrow, stable API for beacon operations and data paths
  2. Create platform adapters for TI and ST targets that call the same core
  3. Provide build scripts and flags for each IDE
  4. Produce Doxygen docs from inline comments and examples
  5. Publish sample apps that exercise logging and motion flows

Test and acceptance

  • Compile and link the protected library on supported IDEs
  • Run reference tests on TI SensorTag and ST boards
  • Use iOS and Android apps to verify data capture and notifications
  • Confirm API behavior against docs and examples

What we deliver

  • Protected static libraries for TI and ST
  • Header files and API guide
  • Doxygen generated documentation
  • Sample test applications
  • Basic integration notes and build steps
  • Release package with version and change log
  • Optional handover walkthrough

Typical risks and how we handle them

  • Driver differences Minor deltas across board revisions. We pin versions and call out known constraints.
  • BLE timing Beacon timing can vary. We expose safe defaults and document tuning points.
  • Build drift IDE updates can break flags. Release notes capture the tested toolchain versions.

Where this approach fits

  • Teams that need one API across mixed sensor boards
  • Distributions that should not ship source code
  • Use cases that benefit from quick board bring up

FAQ

Do you support other boards

Yes, if the SDK exposes a stable BLE or beacon interface. We add an adapter and keep the same API.

Can the library be extended by a client team

Extension points are documented. We keep the core API stable so teams can add features behind the same header.

How do you ship updates

Versioned release packages with notes on toolchains, flags, and any migration hints.

Next steps

Have a similar requirement in embedded or IoT

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