In order to keep up with the book, you will need to spend some time learning basic coding. In addition to RESTful APIs, this book refers to three major programming languages:

• Java 8 for Android
• SWIFT 3 for iOS
• Node.js

Additionally, you will need following software tools:

• Android Studio 2.3
• XCode 8
• The nRF Connect Android/iOS app.
• Estimote apps and SDK for Android and iOS
• CSR uEnergy tools
• CSRMesh Library for Android
• NOOBS version 2.4.0
• Bluetooth Developer Studio

From a hardware standpoint, this book will require you to work with:

• CSRMesh Development Kit
• Raspberry Pi 3 with Bluetooth Low Energy.
• iPhone with BLE to implement iOS applications
• Android phone with BLE to implement Android applications
• Estimote Location Beacons

This book also refers to the Estimote Beacon Management dashboard in the cloud to manage your beacons.