CTS 370: Introducing WLAN Pi Go with Adrian and Josh

Clear To Send: Wireless Network Engineering

In this episode, we sit down with Adrian Granados and Josh Schmelzle to talk about the WLAN Pi Go, a portable Wi-Fi diagnostic and packet capture tool that’s reshaping how engineers troubleshoot networks in the field. We discuss why they built it, how it fits into modern Wi-Fi workflows, and what’s coming next.

Why Create the WLAN Pi Go?

• The origin story: how the team identified the need for a portable, reliable Wi-Fi 7–ready diagnostic tool.
• Bridging the gap between software and hardware — bringing tools like WiFi Explorer and Airtool into a unified field device.

How People Use It in the Field

• Real-world use cases:
  • Wi-Fi Scanning & Packet Capture
  • Onsite troubleshooting and validation
  • Classroom demos and training sessions
• Integrations and interfaces:
  • Web Interface: Provides essential device information and configuration
  • WLAN Pi App: Manage and monitor the WLAN Pi Go (available for iOS and Android)
  • Profiler: Assess wireless environment characteristics
  • WiFi Explorer Pi: iPhone-based Wi-Fi scanning and analysis
  • Airtool Pi: iPhone-based packet capture and export for analysis

Resources

• Info on the WLAN Pi → https://www.wlanpi.com/#godetails
• Buy it → https://www.wlanpi.com/purchase
• User Guide → https://www.wlanpi.com/user-guide

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