Getting Started with Bluetooth Mesh: The Best Resources
Finding quality information about Bluetooth Mesh on the internet can be a challenge. That is why we have put together the most comprehensive list of Bluetooth Mesh related content and information available online.
Blogs
The following platforms regularly publish content about Bluetooth Mesh:
- The official Bluetooth SIG Blog – Filter by “Mesh” for relevant posts
- Nordic Semiconductor's “Get Connected” Blog
- Nordic Semiconductor's “DevZone” Blog
Notable Articles
- “Bluetooth Mesh: Technology Overview, Examples, Alternatives” – Integra Sources (2021)
- The Ultimate Bluetooth Mesh Tutorial – 4-part series from Novel Bits
Bluetooth SIG Development Team Article Series
The Bluetooth SIG development team has published a comprehensive article series covering the following topics:
- An Intro to Bluetooth Mesh (Parts 1 & 2)
- The Fundamental Concepts of Bluetooth Mesh Networking (multi-part)
- Bluetooth Mesh and Friendship
- Managing Bluetooth Mesh Devices
- Bluetooth Mesh Security Overview
- Bluetooth Mesh Provisioning
Podcasts
The following podcast episodes provide a solid introduction to Bluetooth Mesh:
- “Get a Grip on Lighting” Podcast #98 – “Meshy Bluetooth” featuring Szymon Slupik
- “Moore's Lobby” Podcast #9 – Mesh Networking for IoT Smart Homes
- IoT Podcast – Episode on Bluetooth Mesh fundamentals
- “The Mr. Beacon Podcast” – Two episodes on Bluetooth Mesh and Bluetooth SIG
Talks & Videos
- Martin Woolley's 53-minute developer introduction (2018)
- LEDI's 10-minute overview (2020) on YouTube
- Bluetooth SIG Video Resource Page
Newsletters & Books
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Recommended books on Bluetooth and Bluetooth Mesh:
- Bluetooth Mesh Networking: A Complete Guide (2021)
- Intro to Bluetooth Low Energy – Novel Bits
- Getting Started with Bluetooth Low Energy – O'Reilly