WORKING WITH THING SPEAK AND IFTTT?

WORKING WITH THING SPEAK AND IFTTT? Home Blogging WORKING WITH THING SPEAK AND IFTTT?BloggingcareerTechnologyWORKING WITH THING SPEAK AND IFTTT?By Ayushi Mishra - April 24, 201917760Facebook Working with THING SPEAK and IFTTT can be a little confusing if there is no step by step guide available. For computer science students and for those who aspire to learn INTERNET IF THINGS can take help of this article to learn about it.1) At first set up the coding part for the action which you want to receive constant information about, here we the action we’ll be working with is “SOIL MOISTURE”.2) Make sure to connect the NODE MCU with your hotspot by including your hotspot name and password. ALSO, as we are going to link it with Thingspeak, include the API KEY and CHANNEL NUMBER in the code too.3) Now, log on to THING SPEAK website, there make an account by signing in.4) To start, navigate to Channels -MyChannels. Click on ‘New Channel’ to create first channel to sent data to.Add a suitable name, description and assign the required number of fields as shown in the screenshot below. Each ‘Field’ will contain a specific kind of data. For example, to monitor temperature and humidity of a greenhouse, temperature data is logged to one field and humidity to another field. The number of fields corresponds to the number of different types of data you want to send to your channel.Click on ‘Save Channel’. You have now created a channel. Explore to see what is possible!NOW WE ARE DONE WITH CREATING A CHANNEL TO RECEIVE ONLINE GRAPH ABOUT OUR ACTION “SIL MOISTURE”.5) AND NOW WE WILL LINK THIS SET UP WITH IFTTT SO AS TO GET MESSAGE ON EMAIL OR PHONE ABOUT THE ACTIVITY ON THE ACTION NAMED “SOIL MOISTURE”.WORKING WITH IFTTTFor more details, you can follow the protocol given in the learning portal.6) FIRST, IFTTT means if this, then that, its exactly how it sounds, it works on the basis of condition you have put so as to get alerts on the action happening.7) Start by navigating onto the IFTTT website.8) Click the “Sign Up”,link located on the upper-right corner. Here, enter the email and password of your choice. It is recommended that you use the same Email address in which you want to get the notifications about your system. If you do not want to log in using your Google account, click again on “sign up” at the bottom of the screen.9) Next, you’ll be guided on how to use the website if you are first time user. Once done, click on CONTINUE.10) Now lets dive straight into getting an SMS every time the moisture level of soil falls below a certain threshold. We will be using WEBHOOKS for this.11) Click on “MyApplets” and create a new applet by clicking “New Applet”.You will be directed to a new window with the big bold text reading “If this then that”. Click on ‘this’.12) Search for webhooks in the services search bar and select webhooks service.13) Click on “Receive a web request”, and create new event, giving it a suitable name. In our case, it can be something like “soil moisture level”. Finish by clicking on “Create Trigger”.14) Next, click on the text “that”. Since we want an SMS notification, click on “SMS”. Click on “Send me a SMS”.15) Type the appropriate Subject text and Body of the email you wish to receive. Ensure ‘Event Name’ is included in the Subject and the body. The body must also include ‘Value 1’. If these ‘ingredients’ aren’t available, you can add them by clicking on “New Ingredient”. Next click on create action.16) Complete the process by clicking on “Finish”.17) Next in the search bar, search for “Webhooks”. Click on the “Services” tab and select Webhooks.18) Once redirected to the webhooks page, click on “Documentation”. YPU WILL BE REDIRECTED TO A PAGE.19) You will find heading called “Make a POST or GET web request to:” followed by an URL. You will be able to edit a part of this URL which is denoted by “{event}”. Type the name of the event you created. Copy this URL. We are done with the settings in IFTTT. Now let’s head over to ThingSpeak.20) Log in to your account and click on ThingHTTP under the “Apps” drop down menu at the top toolbar of the website.21) Click on “New ThingHTTP”, and paste the URL you copied to the text box labelled “URL”. Change the method to “POST”. This means that we will be using HTTP POST. Remove existing headers under the Headers tab. Type an appropriate message you want to include with your HTTP POST command under the “Body” tab. This step is recommended but optional.22) Next, click on “React”, which is also found under the “Apps” drop down menu at the top toolbar of the website. Click on “New React”. Using “React”, we can set the threshold at which an Email is sent to us.23) Change the condition type to “Numeric”. Choose the field of data you want to act on. For example, if you want an alert each time the soil water content readings from your soil moisuture sensor drops below a certain limit, choose the field onto which the soil water content values are plotted. Choose the desired thresholds beyond which you wish to receive an Email.24) Choose the Action as “ThingHTTP” and then choose the corresponding Request ID of your ThingHTTP from the drop down menu. Under “Options”, choose “Run action each time condition is met”. Save the React. This completes our Setup.In todays generation computer science is the most flourishing field and computer science students are supposed to keep themselves updated with all the new information technology updates. This article will help computer science and non computer science students to complete their desired projects using THING SPEAK AND IFTTT.That’s it! Simple, yet powerful. You will now receive an SMS every time the values in your chosen field exceeds the threshold.TAGSIFTTTInteret of thingsIotPROJECTSREAL TIME NOTIFICATIONTHING SPEAK

Personal Branding Interview Mike Sacks - Personal Branding Blog - Stand Out In Your Career

Personal Branding Interview Mike Sacks - Personal Branding Blog - Stand Out In Your Career Today, I spoke to Mike Sacks, who is an editor at Vanity Fair and is the author of And Heres the Kicker.   Mike talks to us about how important it is to build a website on your domain name if youre a writer, how to start a writing career and advice for getting to write for major publications. You own mikesacks.com. Should ever journalist (or person) have their own site? I think its smart, yes, especially for writers. Editors, readers and friends can quickly find what youve written, which is important. But I think its also vital that you  keep the site simple, and to always have your contact info readily available. Too many sites are too confusing, and contact info is too difficult to find. What did you learn while writing your book And Heres the Kicker? Its important to do as much research for each interview as possible. The interview will turn out better for it. Its long, tedious work, but it has to be done. At the very least, the interview subject will respect you for it and open up more than he would have otherwise. How did you start your writing career? I sold my first magazine piece a few years after college when I was working in a record store in suburban Maryland called Kemp Mill Records. But I didnt make a career out of it until years later, after I worked as an editor at the Washington Post. What advice would you give to anyone looking to write for a major publication these days? I think its practically impossible to make a career as a freelance writer. Id recommend getting a job in the industry, such as an editorial position, and freelance write on the side. By doing this, you can also network, which is incredibly important. Where do you think the media industry is heading in the future? I think the media titans of the future will be found working out of their basements in their boxers and T-shirts. The industry will be run by many more people with a lot less power (and money). Mike Sacks has written for Vanity Fair, Esquire, GQ, The New Yorker, Time, McSweeney’s, Radar, MAD, New York Observer, Premiere, Believer, Vice, Maxim, Women’s Health, and Salon. He has worked at The Washington Post, and is currently on the editorial staff of Vanity Fair.   His first book, And Here’s the Kicker: Conversations with 26 Humor Writers About Their Craft, was released in the Spring of 2009. Some of those interviewed include: George Meyer, Harold Ramis, Al Jaffee, Buck Henry, Bob Odenkirk, Stephen Merchant, David Sedaris, Jack Handey, Robert Smigel, and Daniel Clowes.

How to Write Cover Letters That Get Job Interviews

How to Write Cover Letters That Get Job Interviews Knowing how to write cover letters that get job interviews is not as hard as it sounds. It comes down to making a case for yourself and presenting it properly. This article explains a way to write cover letters that lead to job interviews.Tip #1: Make the Cover Letter and Resume Into One File!This tip has been discussed before on LinkedIn. Recruiters and hiring managers alike state that they prefer opening one attachment with everything in it, opposed to two attachments.Here’s the deal with making it one file: Opening up file attachments is a pain in the neck. Imagine you have to look at 100 applications, each with an attachment for a cover letter and a resume. Organizing 200 attachments is time-consuming and things can get lost:Make the cover letter into page 1 of your resume attachment. Use the same header you use for your resume. Mention in the cover letter to see page 2 for the resume.Over the course of a day, it makes the lives easier of anyone looking at your information.Tip #2: Make the Case and Explain Why You Should Be Hired!Have you ever seen an opening statement in a trial? Make the case for yourself! Think of your cover letter as the “opening statement”.Make the case in this format below:(Date)(Position)Hello, (Hiring Manager’s Name)It's a pleasure to meet you. I am reaching out to express my deep interest in the (this job) opening at (The Company Name). (Next, write what you found was most interesting about the position.)(Now, you will state what you intend to prove!) I believe I am a fit for this position for the following reasons:1. You seek someone who can (handle this most important responsibility from the job description.)- (This is where you explain when and how you had job experience doing this before.)2. You also seek (this 2nd most important responsibility.)- (Again, explain when and how you had experience doing this before.) 3. Finally, (go into your plans for the role, summarizing what you hope to achieve in the position.)(Now, s ay your friendly and open closing.) I am available anytime at (this phone number) to discuss further. My resume is on page 2 of this document.[Your name]A Bit More About This Cover Letter Format…You can find the hiring manager’s name with a solid LinkedIn search of the company’s employees. Message people you believe may be the hiring manager. Ask to be referred through LinkedIn messages.Brevity is your friend. Your opening statement and explanation of experience should be short, sweet, and to the point. Let your resume be the “evidence” as you make your case.The purpose of putting a number in the closing of the cover letter is to entice them to call you immediately.Tip #3: Name the File ProperlyOne of the best and easiest formats to use is the following: Name.Job Title.Resume.Cover letter.Company This naming format makes it easier for the reader to understand the intent of the attachment. You are not just sending a file. You are sending a file with a clear purpose. This ma kes organizing attachments from job applicants easier, too.And if you are sending these files to people involved in the hiring process, do you not want to make their lives just a little easier?

Dont Be Everything to Everyone - Personal Branding Blog - Stand Out In Your Career

Dont Be Everything to Everyone - Personal Branding Blog - Stand Out In Your Career Yesterday, while out with friends, I ended up talking to a young guy who is trying to break into the copywriting field. What kind of writing do you want to do? I asked him, trying to get a sense so I could give him useful advice. Whats your focus? I dont know, he told me. Ill do anything. I just want to get started. Thats your problem right there, I blurted out, not even stopping to consider that he might not be interested in how to get a writing gig advice at 11:30pm on a Saturday night. But Ive been there and I know. When youre just starting out in a field, you want so badly to get hired that you will do anything for anyone who will hire you. If youre a copywriter, youll write radio ads, or press releases or blog posts or articles. Youll even spend hours applying to every project posted on websites like Elance.com. If anyone has any writing needs, you can fill them! Right? Except that doesnt work. It actually hurts your chances of getting work. (This isnt just a problem writers face, by the way. Anyone who is trying to break into a new field has probably faced this issue.) Wont you rule out potential opportunities? The main reason its hard when youre a jack-of-all-trades is that its nearly impossible to find clients. That sounds so counter-intuitive isnt it better to keep your options open so that you dont accidentally rule out a potential client? What happens though is that you make it less likely that youll connect with someone who wants to hire you. This happens for a couple reasons. First of all, when youre completely unfocused, you dont know where to look for potential clients. On the other hand, if youre a copywriter who focuses specifically on (e.g) small to mid-sized companies who are looking to get into Business-to-Consumer (B2C) social media, its relatively easy to find companies that could hire you. All you need to do is find events and associations that will attract people from those small to mid-sized companies. Or, if you use a sales tool, you can find a list of companies that fit your parameters and then find out if they could be a potential client by checking out their website. Its a lot easier to start with a small, focused list of potential clients (and expand it later), than to not know where to start. Or worse, to start with a list of all the local companies and to weed out the bad fits by contacting every single one of them. (Its very depressing to hear No all the time when youre starting out.) The watered down effect Secondly, when you insist that you can do anything, people dont think youre very good at what they want you to do. I saw this demonstrated really well in a product my mom reviewed for her blog. It was a small, portable projector that (according to the press release), could be perfect for businesspeople, teachers, home theaters, kids playing video games, etc, etc! But those are all really different environments, and its physically impossible for a product to be the best when its designed to be used in many different ways. Companies dont want to hire someone who is only marginal at a job. And theyre not stupid. They know that a person who spends 30 hours a week writing press releases will do a much better job on their press release than someone who regularly writes in 24 different writing styles. Anything, anyone or anybody Finally, it looks desperate when you insist that youll do anything (anything at all!) if they just hire you. Desperate is bad because it tells a potential client that no one else is hiring you. If no one else is hiring you, why would they take the risk? (See the thought process on this?) Theres a lot of power in looking a potential client straight in the eye and calmly saying, I work specifically with (size or industry) companies who want to accomplish (a goal) through (a writing medium). That says to the potential employer that youre a professional, that you specialize in a certain type of work, and that youre busy enough to be able to focus on a certain topic. Choosing to focus in on specific companies is a scary decision because it closes the door on potential deals. But it will actually make you far more likely to succeed than if you leave all your options open. Author: Katie Konrath writes about creativity, innovation and “ideas so fresh… they should be slapped!” at www.getFreshMinds.com.

Tips for Writing Resume for C-Level Jobs

Tips for Writing Resume for C-Level JobsDo you need to write a resume for the C-level job of your dreams? Here are some tips to help you make the best use of your resume writing skills.The process of writing resume writing is not an easy one. You need to know what information is needed and how to gather it.Good resume writers know how to choose the right sections of the resume for their needs. They also know which sections require little extra work in order to present the facts correctly. After that, they must organize the information in a way that makes the reader want to apply for the position.You may be wondering why potential candidates might want to fill out a resume that has already been filled out by another. That is because they feel that you already have all the information that they need to apply for the job. So, to be sure that they are the first in line to get the job, you should make sure that you don't get there before them!If you want to land the job that you have alwa ys wanted, then you need to become a good resume writer. A good resume can make or break your chances of getting hired. Make sure that you do not waste the time and effort of your potential employer by not having the correct information.You should also keep in mind that the resume that you create will only be as good as the person who writes it. You should not let the potential employer tells you what information you need or how you should format the resume. You should let the hiring manager give you the written direction as to what information you should include and what information you should omit.If you happen to know someone who has gone through the process of hiring a new employee, they should be able to tell you how they managed to get hired by the first company in the resume stack because they had the knowledge to gather the correct information. You can always ask the person for advice on the steps you should take if you want to become a good resume writer.You will find that once you get your C-level job, your resume writing skills will come in handy. So, get out there and get writing!

Im a clown - The Chief Happiness Officer Blog

Im a clown - The Chief Happiness Officer Blog Yep, this sunday (feb. 29) the happy at work project arranged a clown course for some people, and Im now a certified, first grade clown. The story is this: Back in november, Lise Egeberg who is a hospital clown, asked around for contributions to a trip she wanted to take to Jamaica to visit schools, hospitals and orphanages and clown for the children there. Its not like were swimming in money, but we decided to give her 1000$, and in return she gave us this training, and it was a lot of fun. Starting from a simple warm-up, she soon had everybody tripping over invisible wires, giving gifts in the clown manner and making fools of ourselves in many other ways. It was great! One exercise that made a great impression on me was about personal space. Take two people one walks towards the other, and the person standing still says stop, when he feels his personal space being invaded. When we did this normally, my personal space was a little less than a meter. But with the clown nose on, I had no personal space. I was not only comfortable with people getting really close to me I was enjoying it. That was a powerful demonstration of the barriers we build around ourselves every day, and how clowning around and being more childlike can tear the barriers down. And today after the course, I feel more open, more spontaneous and more alive. Theres a great power in clowning. Heres a picture of the graduates. Thanks for visiting my blog. If you're new here, you should check out this list of my 10 most popular articles. And if you want more great tips and ideas you should check out our newsletter about happiness at work. It's great and it's free :-)Share this:LinkedInFacebookTwitterRedditPinterest Related

Fix Your LinkedIn Headline Today

Fix Your LinkedIn Headline Today Your LinkedIn headline is one of the most important parts of your profile, yet, youve left it up to LinkedIn. Today, go update your headline. By default, LinkedIn uses your current job title as your headline. But that doesnt mean you should use it! Why You Should Fix  Your LinkedIn Headline Your headline is like a billboard. It makes the first impression. It helps determine how you show up in search results. Furthermore, your headline can determine whether someone clicks through to your profile. Its marketing YOU. In other words, it is way too important to just let LinkedIn determine. When anyone searches LinkedIn, the search results show this information: photo, name, headline, city, and shared connections. When I searched for project manager and selected the option to search for people and this is what I found. The results show people who have the title in their headline. But thats all they have and as a result, they all look the same. In reality, very few people make an effort to improve their LinkedIn headline. How do I know this? Because I got 8,020,027 results for project manager. This works to your advantage because you WILL have a meaningful, keyword-rich, headline! Recruiters Search By Keywords Recruiters use very specific keywords to search LinkedIn profiles technology (software), processes and procedures. They search for specialties, not generic competencies. These are the words that should be in your headline (and summary and listed in your skills section). Go ahead. Enter anything you want in the search box and see what you find. (Ill wait here!) Heres another example of how people have missed a huge opportunity to set themselves apart.  The headline doesnt help differentiate these students They missed the opportunity to talk about the skills or experiences that make them unique. RIT has a great co-op program and almost every student will get hands-on work experience. But we dont see anything in these headlines about their co-op experience. Ask Yourself This Does your headline share enough to make someone want to click-through? You need to write  your headline so that it  differentiates you. This can be done in many ways and there isnt one formula that fits everyone. 2 Formulas for Your LinkedIn Headline Jenny Foss wrote about what you can do to spice up your LinkedIn headline in this Muse post. Foss suggests these (you really should go read her article to see examples!) Succinctly showcase your specialty, value proposition, or your “so what?” Speak directly to the audience you want to entice Worm in the important keywords Be creative Laura Smith-Proulx wrote an article which is also filled with great ideas.  Fast Formula for a Powerful LinkedIn Professional Headline appears on Job-Hunt.org. Heres her formula: Add your target job or position level Add your primary industry or job function Pull in your strongest areas of expertise Add a signature achievement To see examples, youll have to read the article! By the way, if you dont have a value proposition or need to refresh yours, please see this article. Use the Full 120 Characters You have 120 characters to highlight what you do or what you want to be known for. Make each word count. And always think about the keywords/terms someone would use if they were looking to find someone just like you! HOT TIP: If you use the LinkedIn mobile app from your phone, you can increase your headline to 200 characters! Thanks Brynne Tillman! Words and Phrases To Eliminate 120 characters isnt  a lot make every word count! There are mixed opinions about calling yourself a guru, expert, or rock star, so I wouldnt recommend using them. The word Professional is 12 letters long and says absolutely nothing. Eliminate this word. No one is ever going to search for it either. Dont include your school, degree or current employer. This isnt an absolute rule, but a strong recommendation. This information is already in your profile. Seeking next opportunity sounds kind of desperate, doesnt it? Why would someone  care if you are looking? What they want to know is what value you deliver. And if you want recruiters to know you are open to new opportunities, then change this setting in your LinkedIn profile. How LinkedIns Open Candidate Can Save You Time. You could also use #ONO (open to new opportunities). These Headlines Are Examples of What NOT To Do None of these headlines are specific or unique to the individual. Business Professional Experienced in Sales, Customer Relations, and Operations MBA, Accounting Professional Staff Assistant at  ABC University Executive Office Professional Management professional seeking new opportunity These Are Better Here are some ideas for you, but let me emphasize, you have 120 characters to sell your first impression. These all have room to tell more! Technical Illustrator and Web Designer  (38 characters) Left/Right Brained Marketing Enthusiast | Marketing Analyst | MS Marketing  (84  characters) Organizational Transformation Consultant, International Project Manager, Business Developer (91 characters) Marketing: Global Product Development Purchasing Specialist  (61 characters) Lean Mentor at Harness Consulting | Change the Behavior Sustain the Gain  (74  characters) If you are an MBA candidate, check out this article:  Whats the Best LinkedIn Headline for an MBA Candidate? Heres How To Edit Your Headline You probably didnt even know you could edit your headline. By default, LinkedIn uses your most recent job title and employer. I guess thats better than nothingmaybe. First,  go to your profile page and look for the blue pen to edit. Next, click on pen icon Before you save your changes, do you want everyone you are connected to on LinkedIn to get notified of your changes? If you are actively job seeking/unemployed, then your answer is probably yes. If you are in a covert job search, the answer might be no. You can change your privacy settings. LinkedIn offers this help article about how to Turn on/off your activity broadcasts. Measure The Results Now the fun begins. Over the next week, keep track of how many people view your profile. If the number is greater than beforetake note, thats a good thing! If not, give it another week, and if you still dont notice an uptick in profile views, you will probably want to change it again. Be sure you get feedback from people you value and respect! Not sure how to check how many people have viewed your profile and where theyre from? From your LinkedIn homepage (main screen) on LinkedIn, this appears on the left side of your screen. Or, when you are viewing your LinkedIn profile, this dashboard appears near the top. Your headline alone isnt enough to get people to look at your LinkedIn profile. Try some of these tricks! 5 Ways to Get More LinkedIn Profile Views