Azure IoT Central
Azure IoT Central is a fully managed, cloud-based IoT application platform from Microsoft that simplifies the creation, deployment, and management of IoT solutions. It provides a low-code/no-code environment with pre-built templates and dashboards for connecting, monitoring, and controlling IoT devices at scale. The platform handles infrastructure management, security, and scalability, allowing developers to focus on building business logic and insights.
Developers should use Azure IoT Central when building enterprise-grade IoT solutions that require rapid deployment, minimal coding, and centralized device management, such as in industrial monitoring, smart buildings, or asset tracking. It is ideal for scenarios where you need to connect thousands of devices, visualize real-time data, and implement rules or analytics without deep infrastructure expertise, reducing development time and operational overhead.