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SMART HOME#1

A residence equipped with devices that automate tasks and enhance convenience, security, and energy efficiency.

AUTOMATION#2

The use of technology to perform tasks with minimal human intervention, particularly in managing home devices.

ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE (AI)#3

The simulation of human intelligence processes by machines, especially in learning and problem-solving.

INTERNET OF THINGS (IoT)#4

A network of interconnected devices that communicate and exchange data over the internet.

USER EXPERIENCE (UX)#5

The overall experience a user has when interacting with a product, focusing on ease of use and satisfaction.

MACHINE LEARNING#6

A subset of AI that allows systems to learn from data and improve their performance over time.

SECURITY PROTOCOLS#7

Rules governing the secure transmission of data across networks, essential for protecting smart home systems.

PROTOTYPING#8

The process of creating preliminary models of a product to test and refine design concepts.

USER INTERFACE (UI)#9

The means by which a user interacts with a system, including design elements like buttons and menus.

DATA ENCRYPTION#10

The method of converting data into a coded format to prevent unauthorized access.

KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS (KPIs)#11

Metrics used to evaluate the success of a system in achieving its objectives.

COMMUNICATION PROTOCOLS#12

Agreed-upon methods for data exchange between devices in a network, like MQTT and Zigbee.

USABILITY TESTING#13

A technique used to evaluate a product by testing it with real users to gather feedback on its functionality.

DEVICE AUTHENTICATION#14

The process of verifying the identity of a device before granting access to a network.

REAL-TIME CONTROL#15

The ability to manage and respond to events as they occur, crucial for smart home systems.

USER NEEDS ASSESSMENT#16

A method to identify and prioritize the requirements and preferences of users for better design.

SYSTEM ARCHITECTURE#17

The conceptual model that defines the structure, behavior, and views of a system.

OPTIMIZATION TECHNIQUES#18

Methods used to improve system performance, efficiency, and user satisfaction.

FEEDBACK LOOPS#19

Processes where the output of a system is fed back into it to improve future performance.

SCALABILITY#20

The capability of a system to handle growth and increased demand without compromising performance.

INTEGRATION#21

The process of combining different systems and devices to work together seamlessly.

ENERGY EFFICIENCY#22

The goal of reducing energy consumption while maintaining performance in smart home devices.

SMART DEVICES#23

Electronics that connect to a network and can be controlled remotely or automatically.

CLOUD COMPUTING#24

The delivery of computing services over the internet, allowing for data storage and processing remotely.

AGILE METHODOLOGY#25

A project management approach that emphasizes flexibility, collaboration, and iterative progress.

INTEROPERABILITY#26

The ability of different systems and devices to work together and share data effectively.