Electrical engineer with two decades of experience in the design of embedded systems with a particular emphasis on the internals of Linux and its filesystems.  One of the world's leading experts on open-source GNU tools for software development.  Key specialties include high-complexity device drivers, software architecture, hardware-software trade off analysis, electronics circuit/schematic review, as well as platform integration and testing.  Also experienced with all major embedded processor families and many real-time operating systems..

Formal Education

  • B.S. in Electrical Engineering, Georgia Institute of Technology

Career Highlights

  • Creator of an online, University-affiliated, hands-on three-semester certificate program in embedded programming
  • Developed the embedded software for the trucking industry's most popular trip computer and first all-software anti-theft system
  • Consulting embedded systems developer with clients including several major technology companies
  • Frequent speaker, conference chair, and advisory board member for annual industry conferences
  • Developed a hands-on training program for embedded Linux, which was delivered worldwide in both private and public settings
  • Former contributing editor of a leading industry publication
  • Member of the engineering team for several evidential breath-alcohol analysis devices

Expert Qualifications

  • Testifying expert for DirecTV for reverse engineering of electronic devices for interception of copyrighted satellite TV broadcasts
  • Qualified as an expert and testified before judges and juries in several U.S. District Courts

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Frequently Asked Questions

What types of cases can this expert support?

This expert has testified in U.S. District Courts on reverse engineering cases, including work for DirecTV on satellite device interception. They can support litigation involving automotive electronics, mobile device design, telecommunications systems, and circuit analysis.

What is this expert's technical background?

They hold a B.S. in Electrical Engineering from Georgia Tech and have spent two decades in embedded systems design. This includes developing software for the trucking industry's leading trip computer and anti-theft systems, consulting for major companies like Sony and Qualcomm, and creating hands-on training programs in embedded Linux.

What technologies does this expert specialize in?

They specialize in embedded Linux internals and filesystems, device drivers, real-time operating systems, and processor architecture. The technical toolkit includes C/C++, assembly, Android, and automotive protocols like CAN and J1939, along with computer security and reverse engineering.