Connected Car Technology and Automotive Software Fundamentals

Connected vehicle technology is rapidly reshaping how modern automobiles communicate, process real-time telemetry, and interface with software ecosystems. This introductory course breaks down the core concepts behind CarTech, in-vehicle software, and smart mobility solutions. You will build a clear foundational understanding of how automotive hardware, cloud telemetry, and user applications interact to create intelligent transportation systems. What you'll learn: - Understand core connected car terminology, vehicle telematics, and architecture - Explore how mobile software platforms and APIs integrate with in-vehicle systems - Examine vehicle-to-everything (V2X) communication concepts and cloud telemetry pipelines - Learn the fundamentals of automotive IoT, edge computing, and over-the-air (OTA) updates - Discover how software-defined vehicle platforms create new business models and product opportunities The course begins with key terms and telematics basics before guiding you through connected vehicle platforms, automotive data flows, and modern software standards. Designed for complete beginners, aspiring developers, and product professionals curious about automotive tech, with no prior engineering background required. Begin reading and explore the fundamentals of smart vehicle technology today.