The 8-Bit Guy Courses

The Franklin Ace 1000 - An Early Apple II Clone

Explore the history of the Franklin Ace 1000, an early Apple II clone, along with the Ace 1200, Apple's lawsuit, and the Ace 2000 series.

• YouTube
• 25 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Self-Driving Car - Does it Work?

Explore the reality of Tesla's Full Self-Driving technology through a practical test drive to Dallas, examining how it works, debunking misconceptions, and analyzing real-world performance limitations.

• YouTube
• 37 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

How Atari 8-Bit Computers Work

Explore the fascinating evolution and technical workings of Atari's pioneering 8-bit computer systems from their 1979-1992 era, understanding their historical significance and architecture.

• YouTube
• 34 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

IBM Music Feature and Speech Adapter Cards

Explore the history and functionality of IBM's Music Feature and Speech Adapter Cards in this informative 16-minute video from The 8-Bit Guy.

• YouTube
• 16 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Building a Stealth Apple IIGS

Discover how to construct a rare "Stealth" variant of the Apple IIgs computer, exploring the unique modifications and build process of this distinctive retro hardware project.

• YouTube
• 16 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Quarx Part 2 - C64 and PET Versions

Explore the development and features of Quarx game adaptations for Commodore 64 and PET systems in this detailed 24-minute technical analysis.

• YouTube
• 24 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

How the Hercules Graphics Card Worked

Discover how the pioneering Hercules graphics card revolutionized early PC displays with its innovative monochrome high-resolution technology and unique programming methods.

• YouTube
• 20 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

How the TI-99/4A Home Computer Worked

Discover how the TI-99/4A home computer's unique architecture, innovative TMS9900 processor, and distinctive design choices made it both groundbreaking and commercially challenging in the early 1980s.

• YouTube
• 27 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

How the Tandy Color Computer Works

Discover how the Tandy Color Computer's hardware architecture, graphics capabilities, and programming features made it a unique 8-bit home computer system.

• YouTube
• 29 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video