Programming With Node Red

Programming with Node-RED

Practical Node-RED Programming

Use a low-code programming approach to create event-driven applications from scratch by wiring together hardware devices, APIs, and online services Key FeaturesDiscover how you can automate the Internet of Things (IoT) without writing huge blocks of codeLearn how to wire together flows using a browser-based visual editorHandle IoT data with little to no coding knowledgeBook Description Node-RED is a free and open source flow-based programming tool used to handle IoT data that allows programmers of any level to interconnect physical I/O, cloud-based systems, databases, and APIs to build web applications without code. Practical Node-RED Programming is a comprehensive introduction for anyone looking to get up to speed with the Node-RED ecosystem in no time. Complete with hands-on tutorials, projects, and self-assessment questions, this easy-to-follow guide will help you to become well versed in the foundations of Node-RED. You’ll learn how to use Node-RED to handle IoT data and build web applications without having to write complex code. Once you’ve covered the basics, you’ll explore various visual programming techniques and find out how to make sample flows as you cover web development, IoT development, and cloud service connections, and finally build useful real-world applications. By the end of this book, you’ll have learned how to use Node-RED to develop a real-world application from scratch, which can then be implemented in your business. What you will learnUnderstand the history of Node-RED and why you need to learn a flow-based programming toolUse Node-RED to build Node.js-based applicationsHandle data for IoT devices using Node-RED flowsExplore advanced Node-RED features such as connecting repositories and customizing the flow editorFind out what the MQTT protocol is and how it relates to Node-REDCreate and publish your own nodes and flows using the Node-RED libraryWho this book is for This Node-RED book is for web developers and IoT engineers with some background in JavaScript and Node.js. Although not necessary, familiarity with the concepts of electronics will help you to make the most out of this book.

Node-RED Essentials

"Node-RED Essentials" "Node-RED Essentials" is an authoritative guide that delves into the architecture, design, and practical implementation of Node-RED, the leading flow-based programming platform for integration, IoT, and automation solutions. The book opens with a comprehensive examination of Node-RED’s foundational concepts, including its event-driven flow paradigm, execution engine, project structure, and data context management. Readers will gain a robust understanding of security frameworks, extensibility points, and best practices to create scalable, maintainable, and secure solutions within any deployment environment. Progressing beyond fundamentals, the book expertly navigates advanced flow design, custom node programming, and seamless integration with a diverse array of data sources, services, and industrial protocols. It addresses complex choreography, reliable error handling, and dynamic orchestration—empowering engineers to deliver modular, high-performance automation at scale. Specialized chapters focus on deploying Node-RED in cloud, edge, and hybrid environments, leveraging containerization, orchestration, continuous integration, and fault-tolerant architectures for enterprise-grade reliability. Rounding out its coverage, "Node-RED Essentials" provides deep insight into security governance, compliance, performance tuning, and edge-IoT strategies. Readers will explore real-world case studies, discover emerging trends in flow-based and low-code development, and learn how to contribute to the vibrant Node-RED ecosystem. From practical implementation tips to future-facing patterns, this book serves as both a technical reference and a road map for leveraging Node-RED’s full potential in modern digital integration landscapes.