The smart parking lot system was a refreshing dive into the embedded world for me. It's when I first discovered my passion for everything embedded. In this project I took it as a learning experience to learn and soak as much as possible, because I knew I will keep using this information in the future. The project consisted of an array of ultrasonic sensors, fire sensor, RFID, motors, buzzers, and various communication protocols. All these various elements worked together to simulate a small scale implementation of a modern smart parking lot system.

The way the system worked is the following: A car approaches the gate and the user reads their RFID card. If it's a user in the system, he will be greeted with a custom message and the gates will open. The user will find an empty spot indicated by a green light. After the user parked his car, the light will switch to red. In case of a fire that is detected with an infared sensors, buzzers will go off and the gate will open until the fire is gone. When leaving, the user will read his card again, and be greeted with a goodbye message and the total amount of money he owes.

I had many parts in the project, and I was very hands-on in every part of it, my mains parts however was creating the ultrasonic sensor array and configuring the LCD screen. I also helped in writing the code for bluetooth transmitters/receivers and the motor. I also wrote the code for the main system control , such tracking users and the amounts they owe.

Through my work on the smart parking lot system, I developed a strong technical foundation in embedded systems, including sensor integration and programming. This project not only deepened my technical skills but also enhanced my problem-solving and teamwork abilities, as I collaborated closely with my peers. I emerged with a genuine passion for embedded technology and the soft skills necessary to contribute effectively to any team, making me well-prepared for future challenges in the field.