Ramesh S. Gaonkar is a distinguished academic and author recognized for his significant contributions to engineering education, particularly in the field of microprocessor and microcontroller technology. His expertise is rooted in his extensive experience both in academia and industry. He has been affiliated with institutions like SUNY-PCC (State University of New York) and IITGN (Indian Institute of Technology Gandhinagar), blending theoretical knowledge with practical insights. Beyond this seminal work, he also authored other significant textbooks, including "The Z80 Microprocessor: Architecture, Interfacing, Programming, and Design" and "Fundamentals of Microcontrollers and Applications in Embedded Systems (with the PIC18 Microcontroller Family)" , showcasing his broad knowledge across different processor architectures and embedded systems.
Gaonkar’s book leverages the 8085 as a teaching vehicle , not as a career destination. Ramesh S
It includes practical lab exercises that do not require expensive hardware trainers, relying instead on accessible software simulators. He has been affiliated with institutions like SUNY-PCC