On Demand Workshop
Edge Connectivity → UNS WorkshopÂ
Struggling to Turn Raw Machine Data into a Unified Namespace?
In just three recorded sessions, you'll learn how to extract clean, contextualized data from legacy or modern assets and stream it directly into a production-grade Unified Namespace (UNS).
Led by Trent Christopher, Founder @ 4.0 Hero, this workshop walks you through building a Python-based Sparkplug B connector, publishing to an MQTT broker, and visualizing your data in Ignition Perspective.
$750 – Includes lifetime access to all recordings, exercises, and GitHub resources
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On-Demand Access
Watch the full 3-Day workshop recording anytime, at your convenience.
Follow-Along Demo
Apply what you learn in real-time with a guided walk-through using HighByte and a virtual factory.
Industry Expert Instruction
Learn directly from Trent Christopher, Founder at 4.0 Hero
Community Connection
Join a movement of engineers, integrators, and digital leaders transforming manufacturing.
About this course
Why This Workshop Exists
Too many digital-transformation projects fail in the first mile: connecting to the plant floor. Without standardized, structured data, your dashboards, AI models, and analytics tools are dead on arrival.
This workshop is your playbook to:
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Connect to any industrial asset, no matter how old or obscure
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Structure and standardize data for easy consumption
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Publish to a broker in a usable, scalable UNS format
What You'll Learn
Day 1: Connectivity Fundamentals
Day 2: Legacy Equipment Data Collection
Day 3: Modern Integration + UNS Mapping
Who Should Invest In This Workshop
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Controls & Automation Engineers
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OT/IT Architects
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Digital Transformation Leaders
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System Integrators supporting "UNS-ready" rollouts
Intermediate to Advanced audience
You’ll work with FrameworX, PLC Next OPC UA, Kepware, MQTT, and light scripting.
What you'll learn
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Building & scaling a Unified Namespace (UNS)
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Connecting legacy & modern PLCs to extract real-time data
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 Structuring equipment data for scale & interoperability
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 Mapping to MQTT topics for Unified Namespace deployment
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 Using OPC UA, Modbus, Python, and MQTT in context
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 Publishing live machine data to your broker and testing UNS readiness
RequirementsÂ
- A computer with internet access
- Curiosity and willingness to learn
- No coding experience required—everything is demoed step by step
Lessons in this course
Day 1: Introduction to MCP
Day 2: Legacy Equipment Data Collection
Day 3: Modern Integration + UNS Mapping
Meet your instructor
Trent Christopher
4.0 Hero
Founder @ 4.0 Hero | 21-year controls veteran | Ignition Gold Certified | Siemens PCS 7 | OPC UA FX Evangelist
He’s helped hundreds of engineers build better UNS architectures by starting at the edge.
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What professionals are saying
Hear from engineers, integrators, and leaders who have accelerated their digital transformation journey through our workshops and training programs.
"If I was going to hire someone [for Automation / Industry 4.0] I would have them go through this [3-Day Edge Connectivity] workshop as their onboarding."
-Â Amy Williams
"It was my first time using Ignition Vision and MySQL, and I was able to apply what I learned on a data-tracking job the very next day. The most valuable course I’ve taken—I enjoyed it a lot!"
-Â Bryce
"Mastermind calls cut through the noise of Industry 4.0. They help us focus on the most valuable skills and tech, saving time and ensuring we guide our clients with clarity and confidence."
-Â Amy Williams
Ready to build real-time, industrial data systems?
Ready to Build Your Edge-Ready UNS?
Access the Edge → UNS Workshop recordings and unlock the skills your factory floor transformation depends on.
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Edge Connectivity → UNS Workshop (Recording Access)
Master edge-to-UNS integration with real tools, real labs, and real results
Risk-Free Guarantee
Apply your workshop tuition toward an annual Mastermind membership within 30 days of the workshop and receive full credit back toward your membership.
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