Ben Eater Courses

Experimenting with LEDs - Digital Electronics Fundamentals - Part 1

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Explore LED behavior under varying voltages in this hands-on digital electronics experiment, ideal for beginners and enthusiasts alike.

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

Making Logic Gates from Transistors

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Learn how transistors form the building blocks of digital logic, from basic inverters to complex XOR gates, in this hands-on exploration of fundamental computer architecture.

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

RS232 Interface with the 6551 UART

Explore RS232 interfacing using the 6551 UART chip, covering key concepts and practical implementation for effective serial communication in embedded systems.

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

6502 Serial Interface Implementation

Learn to build a serial interface for the 6502 microprocessor, covering charge pumps, Max232, receiving and sending data, and character transmission.

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

The RS-232 Protocol: Electrical and Timing Characteristics

Explore electrical and timing characteristics of RS-232 protocol, gaining insights into its functionality and implementation in communication systems.

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

How Hardware Timers Work in CPUs

Explore CPU hardware timers: their function, implementation, and role in controlling execution timing. Gain insights into low-level computer architecture and timing mechanisms.

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

SPI - The Serial Peripheral Interface

Explore the Serial Peripheral Interface (SPI) protocol, its implementation, and practical applications in embedded systems and microcontroller communication.

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

How N-Key Rollover Works in Keyboards

Explore the mechanics of n-key rollover in keyboards, including matrix scanning, ghosting prevention, and implementation techniques for improved typing accuracy and responsiveness.

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

Keyboard Interface Software for 8-Bit Computer

Learn to design and implement keyboard interface software, exploring key scanning, debouncing, and input processing techniques for efficient and reliable keyboard functionality.

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

Keyboard Interface Hardware for 6502 Computers

Explore keyboard interface hardware design and implementation, focusing on key components, signal processing, and integration with computer systems.

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

PS/2 Keyboard Interface Explained

Explore the inner workings of PS/2 keyboard interfaces, including scancodes, communication protocols, and hardware interactions. Gain insights into computer engineering and peripheral device communication.

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

Breadboarding Tips for Electronics Projects

Learn essential breadboarding techniques for efficient circuit prototyping. Discover practical tips to improve your electronic projects and avoid common mistakes.

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

World's Worst Video Card Gets Better - Improving DIY VGA Output

Explore improvements to a basic VGA card design, delving into digital circuitry and computer graphics principles for enhanced display capabilities.

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

Installing the World's Worst Video Card

Explore the process of installing a rudimentary video card, delving into the intricacies of computer hardware and graphics technology.

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

Hardware Interrupts in 6502 Computer Architecture

Explore hardware interrupts in 6502 computers, learning their implementation and significance in computer architecture and programming.

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