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Athreya Aka Maneshwar @athreyac4

How OCPP Works In Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure

EV charging process involves a series of precise, real-time messages between the app, backend, and charger, made possible by OCPP protocol ensuring seamless interaction between chargers from different manufacturers.

In the world of electric vehicles (EVs), one of the most magical experiences for an EV driver is tapping "Start" on their mobile app and watching the charger come to life. 
But how does that magic happen? 
Let’s dive into the behind-the-scenes journey of how EV chargers and mobile apps communicate.

  
  
  The Players in the Game


Mobile App: This is where the user initiates actions, like starting or stopping the charging session.
Backend Server: The brains behind the operation, coordinating communication between the app and the charger.
EV Charger: The hardware that delivers the juice to yo...