Build and Deploy is a curiosity-driven podcast that explores the lives of people who create things with code. In this episode, Liz Moy interviews Christine Sunu, an IoT developer engagement manager at Twilio. Christine designs and builds technology with emotive, human-centered interfaces. She shares her experiences working with hardware and software, including her project, Sourd.io, which monitors a sourdough starter's temperature, humidity, and rise. Christine discusses the importance of understanding how technology affects us emotionally and how to create interfaces that make us feel attached. She also talks about her approach to building things, from using analog methods as a child to learning code in college and working with hardware later on. The conversation covers topics such as MQTT brokers, sensor choices, and the challenges of building hardware projects. Christine shares her insights on how to get started with hardware development and offers advice for overcoming common obstacles. She also discusses her approach to designing cute and realistic interfaces for her projects. Throughout the episode, Liz Moy asks thoughtful questions and engages in a conversation that is both informative and entertaining. The interview provides valuable insights into the world of IoT development and the importance of human-centered design.