Bil Herd's Hackaday Videos

"The Avon Computer Goth Challenge"

Published: November 2, 2023

Features Taylor and Amy Show's exploration of vintage computer aesthetics and the intersection of retro tech with goth culture.

"Celebrating The 6502 With Song"

Published: September 24, 2023

Video content featuring musical tribute to the iconic MOS 6502 microprocessor that powered the Apple II, Commodore 64, Atari 2600, and countless other systems.

"VCF East 2023: Retro Luminaries Take The Stage"

Published: April 23, 2023

Roundtable discussion with Jeri Ellsworth, Adrian Black, and other retro computing pioneers from the Vintage Computer Festival East.

"A New Commodore C128 Cartridge"

Published: April 17, 2023

Modern development for legacy hardware - new cartridge designs for the Commodore 128 platform.

"Commodore C64: The Most Popular Home Computer Ever Turns 40"

Published: April 20, 2022

Video essay celebrating the 40th anniversary of the Commodore 64, the best-selling single computer model of all time. Historical perspective from someone who was there.

"Learn Bil Herd's DIY Surface Mount Assembly Process"

Published: February 2, 2021

Type: Tutorial Video

Comprehensive instructional video covering SMT assembly techniques, solder paste application, stenciling, component placement, and reflow processes. Practical guidance for engineers doing low-volume assembly.

• Solder paste stenciling techniques
• Component placement and alignment
• Reflow profile optimization
• Inspection and rework
• DIY vs. professional assembly trade-offs

"Video: Exploring The Abandoned Birthplace Of The 6502 And Commodore 64"

Published: September 30, 2020

Type: Documentary/Tour

Bil tours the abandoned MOS Technology headquarters in Norristown, PA, where the legendary 6502 microprocessor was designed and manufactured. Historical perspective on semiconductor manufacturing in the 1970s-80s and the birthplace of the chips that powered the home computer revolution.

• MOS Technology facility tour
• 6502 chip manufacturing history
• Commodore acquisition context
• Semiconductor fab operations (1970s-80s era)
• Personal anecdotes from the Commodore days

"Video: Bil Herd Looks At Mitosis"

Published: July 9, 2020

Type: Educational/Science

Bil demonstrates microscopy techniques by observing mitosis (cell division) in onion root cells. Crossover between electronics/optics and biology education.

"High-Speed PCB Design Hack Chat"

Published: September 23, 2019

Live chat session covering high-speed PCB design techniques, signal integrity, impedance control, and layout best practices. Interactive Q&A with engineers.

"Bil Herd: Computing With Analog"

Published: July 25, 2014

Early Hackaday video discussing analog computing principles, operational amplifiers, and how analog techniques apply to modern mixed-signal designs.