Elektor Lab Talk #28: Exploring RISC-V: An Open-Source Revolution in Embedded Development

Join editor Brian Tristam Williams and editor-in-chief Jens Nickel for Lab Talk #28, where we’ll talk shop as usual, and this time explore the cutting-edge world of RISC-V, the open-source architecture revolutionizing embedded development.
 
Vincent Defert, an experienced IT trainer and embedded systems expert, along with Elektor engineers Jean-François Simon and Saad Imtiaz, will join us around our virtual roundtable to look at the RISC-V ecosystem, including:  
 
• The rise of RISC-V: An open-source challenger to ARM.  
• How RISC-V fosters innovation and reduces costs in embedded development.  
• Practical applications of RISC-V in IoT, AI, and more.  
• Insights into development boards and tools for RISC-V.  
• Why open-source architecture is the future of microcontrollers.  
     

We’ll also have the chat open for your questions and comments about anything tech related. 

Lab Talk Giveaway

Three lucky viewers will win a bundle consisting of:  
 
Book: “RISC-V Assembly Language Programming using ESP32-C3 and QEMU”  
 

• Hands-on guide to learning RISC-V assembly language programming.  
• Focuses on clear, essential concepts for students and enthusiasts.  
• Includes projects with the Espressif ESP32-C3 chip and QEMU emulator.  

Board: ESP32-C3-DevKitM-1 Development Board  

• Entry-level board featuring the ESP32-C3-MINI-1 module.  
• Integrates Wi-Fi and Bluetooth LE with GPIOs for easy interfacing.  
• Compact, breadboard-friendly design for IoT and embedded projects.  

This pair is perfect for diving into RISC-V and exploring its potential! See more under “Related Products” below.

About Vincent Defert 

Vincent Defert is an experienced IT trainer and former full-stack developer with nearly 30 years in the industry, specializing in Java, C, and web technologies. He is a passionate advocate for open-source, having contributed to FreeBSD actively through translations and port maintenance. Having switched to Linux, Vincent also dedicates himself to advancing knowledge on RISC-V microcontrollers, offering articles, courses, and exercises for students, developers, and hobbyists. Beyond tech, he enjoys creative writing, and is multilingual communicator with a background in public speaking and event organization.