VLSI Design Mentor for Logic Applications

I'm an advanced VLSI design enthusiast seeking a mentor. I need guidance on logic design applications for various computational use cases, including signal processing, cryptography, and machine learning.

Key Objectives:
- Teach me how to apply logic design in these computational areas.
- Provide insights on the pros and cons of different use cases.

Ideal Skills:
- Extensive knowledge and experience in VLSI design, specifically in logic design.
- Ability to explain complex concepts in an understandable way.
- Experience in teaching or mentoring.

Please note that I skipped the first question about specific computational use cases, but I'm open to exploring all mentioned areas.