Posts and guides from Rebels Software on data, platforms, private AI and AI agents.https://www.rebels.softwareenhttps://www.rebels.software/guide/choose-stack-for-service-platformhttps://www.rebels.software/guide/choose-stack-for-service-platformHow to pick a stack for platforms and dashboards, walked through a service desk on OpenThings: a UI shell, a data layer, domain APIs and an inbound phone channel.Sat, 07 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMTPlatformsDashboardsTech stackField serviceOpenThingshttps://www.rebels.software/guide/what-belongs-in-private-ai-knowledge-basehttps://www.rebels.software/guide/what-belongs-in-private-ai-knowledge-baseDecide what goes into a private AI knowledge base: approved procedures, runbooks and product docs in; PII, HR files, drafts and secrets out. A CTO checklist.Fri, 06 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMTPrivate AIRAGKnowledge basehttps://www.rebels.software/blog/gpt-image-2-6-what-changes-for-business-appshttps://www.rebels.software/blog/gpt-image-2-6-what-changes-for-business-appsOpenAI released GPT Image 2.6 Sunburst and Flare on November 4. What is new, how the two models compared in our test, and where they fit in business apps.Thu, 05 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMTApplicationsImage generationOpenAIhttps://www.rebels.software/guide/choose-first-process-for-ai-agenthttps://www.rebels.software/guide/choose-first-process-for-ai-agentPick the first process for an AI agent: score candidates on volume, data access, clear rules and reversibility, then test one case on real data.Thu, 05 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMTAI agentsAutomationProcess selectionhttps://www.rebels.software/guide/gpt-image-2-6-in-business-appshttps://www.rebels.software/guide/gpt-image-2-6-in-business-appsAdd GPT Image 2.6 to a business app: Sunburst or Flare, the API parameters that matter, how it differs from GPT Image 2 and 2.5, with Python code.Thu, 05 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMTApplicationsImage generationOpenAIhttps://www.rebels.software/guide/prepare-documents-for-private-ai-searchhttps://www.rebels.software/guide/prepare-documents-for-private-ai-searchGet documents ready for private AI search: map sources and permissions, remove duplicates, OCR scans, add metadata and keep the index in your network.Thu, 05 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMTPrivate AIRAGData preparationhttps://www.rebels.software/blog/what-is-the-most-expensive-part-of-your-producthttps://www.rebels.software/blog/what-is-the-most-expensive-part-of-your-productWhat a service visit really costs, how much of it is avoidable, and how to build the number that turns remote device fleet maintenance from a feeling into arithmetic.Tue, 01 Sep 2026 00:00:00 GMTIoT Managementhttps://www.rebels.software/blog/what-is-the-device-lifecycle-and-why-it-matters-for-cra-compliancehttps://www.rebels.software/blog/what-is-the-device-lifecycle-and-why-it-matters-for-cra-complianceThe Cyber Resilience Act doesn't regulate a moment it regulates a lifetime. Walk the device lifecycle phase by phase, what CRA compliance demands at each, and how OpenThings covers the whole loop.Thu, 18 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMTOpen SourceIoT Securityhttps://www.rebels.software/blog/the-cra-technical-file-complete-guidehttps://www.rebels.software/blog/the-cra-technical-file-complete-guideCRA technical documentation explained: 8 required sections, from risk assessment to SBOM. No official template exists - here's the practical guide to building yours.Tue, 05 May 2026 00:00:00 GMTIoT Securityhttps://www.rebels.software/blog/faq-what-does-the-cra-require-that-no-standard-covershttps://www.rebels.software/blog/faq-what-does-the-cra-require-that-no-standard-coversAlready certified against ISO 27001 or EN 303 645? You've done 90% of the CRA work. But five requirements exist in no standard ENISA 24h reporting, SBOM, declared support period, and two more.Tue, 28 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMTIoT SecurityFAQhttps://www.rebels.software/blog/faq-can-i-self-assess-my-connected-product-securityhttps://www.rebels.software/blog/faq-can-i-self-assess-my-connected-product-securityCRA lets most IoT products self-assess. But should you? Compare self-testing, hiring a consultant, and full lab certification costs, when each makes sense, and how to use ETSI TS 103 701 yourself.Thu, 23 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMTFAQIoT Securityhttps://www.rebels.software/blog/en-303-645-the-practical-guide-for-connected-product-teamshttps://www.rebels.software/blog/en-303-645-the-practical-guide-for-connected-product-teamsEN 303 645 explained for connected product teams. All 13 security provisions in plain English, what they do and don't cover, with practical implementation notes for each one.Tue, 21 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMTIoT Securityhttps://www.rebels.software/blog/faq-do-i-need-cra-compliance-for-my-connected-producthttps://www.rebels.software/blog/faq-do-i-need-cra-compliance-for-my-connected-productFind out if the EU Cyber Resilience Act applies to your connected product. CRA covers all network-connected hardware and software sold in the EU by December 2027.Tue, 14 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMTIoT SecurityFAQhttps://www.rebels.software/blog/what-it-takes-to-be-cra-complianthttps://www.rebels.software/blog/what-it-takes-to-be-cra-compliantWhat does CRA compliance actually require? Not just secure products but capable organisations and continuous processes. A practical guide for IoT Product Owners covering standards, vulnerability handling, and the real costMon, 13 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMTIoT SecurityCloudHardwareSoftwarehttps://www.rebels.software/blog/from-events-to-meaning-practical-way-of-solving-temporal-matching-in-iot-systemhttps://www.rebels.software/blog/from-events-to-meaning-practical-way-of-solving-temporal-matching-in-iot-systemThis is the story of how temporal correlation became a core architectural problem in IoT systems, and how we distilled years of production experience into Rebels.Temporal, an open source C# library using Allen’s Interval Algebra and zero allocation matching.Mon, 02 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMTCloudOpen SourceC#IngestionInterpretationMeaningProcessinghttps://www.rebels.software/blog/legacy-systems-arent-the-problemhttps://www.rebels.software/blog/legacy-systems-arent-the-problemThis is the story of how we transformed a decade-old .NET Framework 4.5 logistics platform into a modern .NET 9 and Nuxt 4 application without stopping the business, a big-bang rewrite, and without losing the institutional knowledge that made the system valuable in the first place.Mon, 15 Dec 2025 00:00:00 GMTCloudSoftwareCase Studyhttps://www.rebels.software/blog/neurosnake-when-tinyml-meets-classic-gaming-in-a-snake-shaped-pcb-2025https://www.rebels.software/blog/neurosnake-when-tinyml-meets-classic-gaming-in-a-snake-shaped-pcb-2025A deep dive into a DEFCON-style badge that uses TinyML to learn and play Snake autonomously. Discover how neural networks, microcontrollers and creative PCB design push the limits of embedded AI.Wed, 19 Nov 2025 00:00:00 GMTCase StudyHardwareAIhttps://www.rebels.software/blog/precision-in-practice-blue-your-iot-guardianhttps://www.rebels.software/blog/precision-in-practice-blue-your-iot-guardianInside our IoT “Blue” mindset: a cross-functional approach that turns complexity into reliability. Learn the role, responsibilities and ways of working that reduce risk, improve quality, and control costs across hardware, firmware, cloud and apps.Wed, 10 Sep 2025 00:00:00 GMTIoT Managementhttps://www.rebels.software/blog/bridging-reality-and-simulation-how-iot-powers-the-rise-of-virtual-twins-2https://www.rebels.software/blog/bridging-reality-and-simulation-how-iot-powers-the-rise-of-virtual-twins-2Explore virtual twins—immersive, IoT-fed 3D replicas in VR/AR—linking sensors, edge/cloud and 3D engines (Omniverse/Unity/Unreal) to enable real-time design, training, operations and simulation across factories, healthcare and smart-city projects.Fri, 22 Aug 2025 00:00:00 GMTSoftwareIndustry Trendshttps://www.rebels.software/blog/prototyping-structural-health-monitoring-with-arduino-unohttps://www.rebels.software/blog/prototyping-structural-health-monitoring-with-arduino-unoExplore a rapid, low-cost prototype of a Structural Health Monitoring (SHM) system built with Arduino UNO R4 - tensiometer and accelerometer sensors on a 3D-printed model. It serves as a Tier-1 IoT solution showcase for engineers and embedded systems developers.Wed, 25 Jun 2025 00:00:00 GMTCase StudyHardwarehttps://www.rebels.software/blog/four-tiers-of-iot-hardware-what-to-choose-and-whenhttps://www.rebels.software/blog/four-tiers-of-iot-hardware-what-to-choose-and-whenExplore the four tiers of IoT hardware: Arduino UNO, ESP32, STM32 with Zephyr, and Raspberry Pi - from basic sensors to advanced edge computing platforms. Find the right platform for your project based on power, flexibility, and complexity.Fri, 13 Jun 2025 00:00:00 GMTHardwarehttps://www.rebels.software/blog/is-your-iot-project-falling-aparthttps://www.rebels.software/blog/is-your-iot-project-falling-apartDiscover how the Green personality type in Jung’s personality theory drives value-focused leadership and impactful IoT solutions. Learn how these insightful navigators help teams prioritize real-world results over just technology proof.Wed, 04 Jun 2025 00:00:00 GMTIoT Managementhttps://www.rebels.software/blog/yellow-the-hidden-engine-of-iot-and-heres-whyhttps://www.rebels.software/blog/yellow-the-hidden-engine-of-iot-and-heres-whyDiscover how Yellow personality traits drive innovation, communication, and business development in IoT. Learn why this energetic, people-focused style is essential for building strong teams and successful IoT solutions.Fri, 23 May 2025 00:00:00 GMTIoT Managementhttps://www.rebels.software/blog/is-agile-the-right-choice-for-iot-8-key-challenges-and-how-to-overcome-themhttps://www.rebels.software/blog/is-agile-the-right-choice-for-iot-8-key-challenges-and-how-to-overcome-themLearn how to apply Agile to hardware development in IoT. Overcome challenges like long production cycles, supply chain delays, and costly changes with expert strategies for faster, more efficient product development.Thu, 27 Mar 2025 00:00:00 GMTIoT Managementhttps://www.rebels.software/blog/why-red-personalities-dominate-iot-leadershiphttps://www.rebels.software/blog/why-red-personalities-dominate-iot-leadershipDiscover the 'Red' personality type in IoT—decisive, results-driven, and a natural leader. Learn how Red streamlines projects, makes quick decisions, and keeps teams on track. Get tips on working with this fast-paced personality for better collaboration and success.Tue, 11 Mar 2025 00:00:00 GMTIoT Managementhttps://www.rebels.software/blog/why-people-annoy-each-other-and-why-thats-a-good-thing-for-you-iot-projecthttps://www.rebels.software/blog/why-people-annoy-each-other-and-why-thats-a-good-thing-for-you-iot-projectDiscover how Carl Gustav Jung & Insights Group's personality colour insights can improve team dynamics and communication in the workplace. Learn how to leverage your personality type, like Michael Scott, Toby Flenderson, or Dwight Schrute, for more effective collaboration and IoT project success.Fri, 07 Feb 2025 00:00:00 GMTIoT Managementhttps://www.rebels.software/blog/to-connect-or-to-not-connect-few-clues-before-jumping-into-the-iot-worldhttps://www.rebels.software/blog/to-connect-or-to-not-connect-few-clues-before-jumping-into-the-iot-worldIs investing in IoT data collection from unmonitored assets worth it? Every investment carries risks, especially with IoT. This article offers key questions and tips to reduce those risks, helping you make smart decisions for better efficiency and growth. Explore expert insights for IoT success!Wed, 25 Sep 2024 00:00:00 GMTIndustry TrendsIoT Management