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Mapping location data within Node-RED Dashboard 2.0. (2026)

Fleet management in IoT uses sensors and software to collect real-time data on vehicles, such as location, fuel consumption, and driver behavior. This data allows companies to optimize routes, reduce costs, improve safety, and enhance overall operational efficiency of their fleet. Building an application that allows the tracking of location to support Fleet management is what this post is about.
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Comprehensive guide: Node-RED Dashboard 2.0 layout, sidebar, and styling
In this comprehensive guide, we will explore different layouts and sidebar styles in Dashboard 2.0. Additionally, we will cover how... -

FlowFuse 2.4: making it easier to work with Snapshots, Blueprints & Devices
FlowFuse 2.4 introduces better ways to work with Snapshots, Blueprints, view the content of you flows in FlowFuse, and manage... -

How to Use Variables in Node-RED: Flow, Global, Context & Environment (2026)
Node-RED has four types of variables: message variables that travel with msg through your nodes, and context variables in three... -

Dashboard 2.0: Milestones, PWA and New Components
With a new release of Node-RED Dashboard 2.0 we have plenty of new fixes and improvements being added to the... -

How to Build An Application With Node-RED Dashboard 2.0 (2026)
In this guide, we'll build a Todo application to guide you through the features and explain how you can build... -

Introducing FlowFuse Dedicated
Today, we are excited to officially announce FlowFuse Dedicated, a new way to use our enterprise platform as a single-tenant... -

FlowFuse Gears Up for Hannover Messe
We're excited to announce that FlowFuse will be exhibiting at the upcoming Hannover Messe! This renowned industrial trade fair provides... -

Node-RED Multiplayer mode
Last month I wrote about what users can expect with Node-RED 4.0. One of the features I highlighted was improving the concurrent... -

How to Build an Admin Dashboard with Node-RED Dashboard 2.0 (2026)
Managing and analyzing increasing amounts of data becomes crucial for organizations. Dashboard 2.0 and Node-RED help organizations access the data,... -

Role-Based Access for your Node-RED applications
Role-based access Control (RBAC) is a crucial component of modern software platforms. It provides granular control over access rights and... -

Displaying logged in user on Node-RED Dashboard 2.0 (2026)
About a month ago, a powerful solution became available to the Node-RED community to deal with users and allow multiple... -

Node-RED Manufacturing Architecture
The architecture of a factory's Node-RED infrastructure is a common topic of discussion and inquiry. Fundamentally, my response to such... -

Using Kafka with Node-RED
Kafka is one of the most powerful technologies enabling seamless data communication. Many individuals are utilizing it alongside Node-RED for... -

FlowFuse and Gallarus Announce Strategic Partnership to Accelerate Industry 4.0 Adoption
FlowFuse, a leading provider of the low-code end-to-end development platform for industrial applications, and Gallarus Industry Solutions Limited, the leading... -

Getting Started with Node-RED Dashboard 2.0
With our latest release of Node-RED Dashboard 2.0, we've made some big improvements to the onboarding experience. We're seeing over 2,000... -

Securing HTTP Traffic for Node-RED with FlowFuse
Citizen development empowers employees to create digital solutions. However, it requires guardrails to ensure data security, operational stability, and compliance.... -

Scaling Node-RED with FlowFuse: Differences between a FlowFuse Instance and a Device Instance
FlowFuse is a Software as a Service (SaaS) platform designed to enhance the experience and capabilities of Node-RED for its... -

How Kafka is applied in manufacturing
Have you ever wondered how manufacturing and automotive industries can effectively manage the vast amount of real-time data generated by...
