Update Feb. 2024 - The Azure Certified Device program has concluded on February 23, 2024. This means that the Azure Certified Device catalog, along with certifications for Azure Certified Device, Edge Managed, and IoT Plug and Play will no longer be available after this date. However, the Edge Secured-core program will remain active and will be relocated to a new home at aka.ms/EdgeSecuredCoreHome.
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When businesses set out on an IoT project, they have many things to consider: how the device connects to the internet, supported industry protocols. compatible sensors, and more.
As IoT increasingly moves into the cloud space, one of the most important considerations is cloud compatibility. As Azure continues to grow, Azure compatibility for IoT devices is becoming a key component of the device selection process. To help with this, Microsoft has two programs to help you ensure your IoT device is compatible and discoverable: The Azure Certified for IoT program and the Azure IoT Device Catalog.
The Azure Certified for IoT program is a pre-requisite for a device being included in the Azure IoT Device Catalog. There are currently three different certifications a device can achieve: IoT Devices, IoT Start Kit and IoT Edge Device.
- IoT Device certification covers bi-directional connectivity between the device and Azure IoT Hub.
- IoT Starter Kit certification builds on IoT Device certification, adding the reading of data from attached sensors, which is then sent to the cloud.
- IoT Edge Device certification builds on the IoT Device and Starter Kit certifications, adding Azure IoT Hub connectivity, IoT Edge runtime pre-installation, and basic device management.
Once your IoT device is certified, it is qualified for inclusion in the Azure IoT Device Catalog.
Resources –
Azure Certified for IoT Program FAQ
Azure Iot Device certification guides
Azure IoT Starter Kit certification guide
Azure IoT Edge Device certification guide
Azure Certified for IoT Device catalog
Find more Intelligent Edge resources for device builders at the Intelligent Edge Device Builder Resource Center.
