Programming on the Commodore 64 Compared to Python
Explore the evolution of programming by comparing Commodore 64 BASIC with modern Python, covering key concepts and techniques from both eras.
The Gigatron: Building a Microcomputer Without a Microprocessor
Explore the creation of a functional microcomputer using TTL chips, without a microprocessor. Learn about hardware design, software stack, and unique capabilities of the Gigatron project.
Pi 500 Maker Build - Raspberry Pi 5 Keyboard Computer
Build a custom Raspberry Pi 5 keyboard computer inspired by the Amiga 500, featuring an internal SSD and full-size HDMI. Learn about materials, construction process, and component integration in this DIY project.
Jason Scott's Shareware Cavalcade
Explore the fascinating world of shareware software, its history, and impact on computing culture in this engaging presentation by Jason Scott.
Building a Baby Macintosh Quadra 700 with Raspberry Pi - DIY Guide
Learn to build a miniature Macintosh Quadra 700 using a Raspberry Pi and 3D printing. This DIY project combines retro computing with modern technology, offering a unique and nostalgic experience.
Saving Nostalgia - Modding an Old Z80 Computer
Explore the process of reverse engineering and modding a vintage VTech computer to add save functionality, preserving childhood nostalgia while enhancing its capabilities.
Tales of C, the 6502 and the BBC - With Added Python
Explore the journey of creating a C compiler for the BBC Micro using Python, delving into 80s computing, assembly language, and modern programming techniques.
We Made a Beautiful Complete Open-Hardware Computer, Including Keyboard and Injection-Moulded Case
Discover the journey of creating a polished open-hardware computer, complete with custom keyboard and injection-molded case, inspired by the unreleased Commodore 65.
How Open Source and Open Hardware Have Changed Retro Computing
Explore the impact of open source and hardware on retro computing, from CPU replacements to firmware reviving vintage systems, blending nostalgia with modern innovation.
Monotron - Making a 80s Style Computer with a $20 Dev Kit
Recreating 80s-style computing with embedded Rust on a Cortex M4 devboard: VGA generation, text rendering, PS/2 keyboard input, and testing on modern PCs.
Multiplatform Software Tilemap Implementation for Commodore 64 - Lesson P60
Dive into multiplatform tile and sprite programming for Commodore 64, focusing on efficient screen drawing techniques and platform-specific implementations using assembly language.
8-Bit Shack: New Software for the Apple II
Explore 8-Bit Shack's floppy disk production process for new and classic Apple II software, including custom packaging and on-demand services.
A2C Tangy Pack - Video Adapter for the Apple IIc/IIc+
Explore a refined FPGA video adapter for Apple IIc/IIc+, enabling HDMI and VGA output. Learn about its improved form factor and functionality.
Multiplatform Software Tilemap on the Atari 800 or 5200 - Mintile - Lesson P56
Explore Atari-specific code for efficient tile/sprite drawing in multiplatform development. Learn techniques for optimizing graphics routines on Atari 800/5200 systems.
Multiplatform Software Tilemap on the Sam Coupe - 4 Color Mintile - Lesson P82
Optimizing tilemaps for SAM Coupe using 4-color patterns, reducing data requirements while maintaining 16-color output. Includes code examples and practical implementation techniques.
Multiplatform Software Tilemap on the BBC - Mintile Implementation
Explore multiplatform tile/sprite routines for BBC computers, focusing on efficient screen drawing techniques and platform-specific code implementation.
UNIX on the PDP-11 - Installing 211BSD and Connecting to the Internet
Experience classic computing as Dave installs 211BSD Unix on a PDP-11/83, connects it to the internet, and showcases iconic games like Zork and Star Trek on vintage hardware.
Down the Oregon Trail with Functional C#
Explore functional programming in C# through recreating the classic Oregon Trail game, emphasizing immutability, unit testing, and advanced techniques like higher-order functions and monads.
Early Microprocessors and the 6502: A Historical and Technical Introduction
Explore the fascinating history of early microprocessors, focusing on the 6502 chip, its programming, and impact on vintage computing systems, with hands-on demonstrations and resources.
Generic Tile Engine (GTE) - A Graphic Engine for the Apple IIgs - Lecture 25
Explore the Generic Tile Engine for Apple IIgs, featuring fast full-screen multi-plane parallax scrolling. Learn design goals, technical details, and see demos showcasing capabilities.
Down the Oregon Trail with Functional C#
Explore functional programming in C# through recreating the classic Oregon Trail game, emphasizing immutability, unit testing, and advanced functional techniques.