Network Coding

What it is about

You will learn the theoretical foundations of Network Coding and its practical applications. In the end you will be able to analyze network-coding concepts, practically implement RLNC and deploy it in transport- or link-layer protocols, as well as perform basic socket programming.

What you will be able to do

• Understand the fundamentals of Network Coding
• Apply Min-Cut/Max-Flow and flow formulation
• Implement and use Random Linear Network Coding (RLNC)
• Apply concepts for error handling: ARQ, FEC and acknowledgment procedures
• Combine Network Coding across different layers (Link, Transport)
• Socket programming and handling IEEE 802.11 Raw-Sockets
• Consider protocols for channel estimation and window/acknowledgment procedures

What the module consists of

• Lectures with integrated exercisesConveying the theory as well as supervising and discussing the projects
• Project/Programming project (groups up to 2)Practical implementation and investigation of RLNC and protocols, demonstration/presentation at the end

Teaching method

• Lectures with integrated exercisesExplains the theory and consolidates knowledge through exercises and demonstrations
• Project work in small groupsEnables practical application and experimentation with programmable systems and wireless transmission