Chats with James Podcast 006 - Bryan Cantrill
Feb 2, 2021
Bryan Cantrill, CTO and co-founder of Oxide Computer Company, shares his expertise from Joyent and Sun Microsystems. He dives into the open-source hardware boom and the emergence of Azahi Linux for Apple M1, emphasizing the need for secure devices. The discussion also explores the transformative role of Rust in embedded systems, highlighting community collaboration and knowledge sharing. They touch on aviation safety challenges, unveiling the complexities of software debugging in avionics and sharing insights on their own debugging experiences.
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Golden Age of Hardware Innovation
- We live in a golden age for hardware with more accessible design and manufacturing than ever.
- Integration of hardware and software is increasingly valued, despite industry resistance.
BlueSpec Revolutionizes FPGA Design
- BlueSpec is a transformative hardware design language akin to Rust for assembly.
- Its strong type system enables faster, reliable FPGA design and is worth exploring.
Embrace Open Knowledge Sharing
- Sharing and openly discussing engineering techniques fuels community growth.
- Software and hardware communities should embrace transparency beyond secretive, proprietary cultures.