Colin O'Flynn Courses

Xilinx HLS- FPGA FIR Filter Design in C in 30 Minutes

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Design and implement an FPGA FIR filter using Xilinx Vivado High Level Synthesis, covering project setup, C-based design, and FPGA programming in a concise tutorial.

• YouTube
• 26 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

What is Computer Security

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Explore computer security through historical failures, data breaches, and key concepts. Gain insights into attacker objectives and the relevance of cybersecurity in today's digital landscape.

• YouTube
• 27 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

DC Motors, Driving

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Explore DC motor fundamentals, driving techniques, and control circuits. Learn about motor types, steady-state operation, and various transistor and MOSFET configurations for effective motor control.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 5 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Ghidra Setup and Intro

Learn to set up and use Ghidra, a powerful reverse engineering tool. Explore file import, code browsing, decompilation, and memory mapping through hands-on examples.

• YouTube
• 30 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Ethics and Computer Security

Explore ethical considerations in computer security, including disclosure processes, bug bounties, and legal implications, with real-world examples from electronic car locks to medical devices.

• YouTube
• 36 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Computer Safety

Explore computer safety issues in critical systems, examining real-world failures, design principles, and industry standards to enhance engineering practices for safer technology.

• YouTube
• 36 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Using EEPROM on ATMega328P

Learn to utilize EEPROM on ATMega328P microcontrollers, covering memory types, programming techniques, and practical applications, with guidance on avoiding common errors and issues.

• YouTube
• 33 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Introduction to GPIO with ATMega328P

Learn to program GPIO ports on ATMega328P microcontrollers using the Arduino Nano board. Covers port registers, bit masking, and practical examples for beginners and enthusiasts.

• YouTube
• 23 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Scope Introduction - Probe Usage, Function Generator, Power Supply

Learn oscilloscope basics, probe settings, function generators, and power supplies. Hands-on demos cover timebase, triggering, and output settings for effective electronic measurements and testing.

• YouTube
• 43 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Introduction to Side-Channel Power Analysis - SCA, DPA

Learn about side-channel power analysis, its applications in encryption, and how to perform attacks. Covers basics, implementation, and real-world examples of vulnerable devices.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 9 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Complete PCB Hand Assembly - FPGA in BGA Package + Reflow

Step-by-step guide to PCB hand assembly, including stencil alignment, component placement, and reflow soldering. Covers techniques for handling BGA and TQFP packages, using a vacuum tool, and operating a reflow oven.

• YouTube
• 28 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Using the ADC

Learn to use Analog-Digital Converters (ADCs) effectively, covering architectures, quantization, resolution, and practical applications like metal detectors. Gain hands-on experience with ADC implementation and optimization.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 19 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Sensors

Explore sensor technologies, echo location, timers, and practical applications in robotics, including whiskers and bump sensors for enhanced navigation and interaction.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 19 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

PLIP- Partial Reconfiguration of Spartan 6 FPGA

Learn to implement partial reconfiguration on Spartan 6 FPGAs using practical examples and Python scripts. Covers setup, FPGA Editor, output blocks, and DCM configurations.

• YouTube
• 24 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

PLIP- ZedBoard-Zynq AES Peripheral in C - Vivado High Level Synthesis

Learn to create an AES peripheral for ZedBoard/Zynq using Vivado HLS. Covers project setup, AES implementation, and system integration for hardware acceleration.

• YouTube
• 53 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video