For hardware design, thinking about microarchitect...
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For hardware design, thinking about microarchitecture and thinking like a hardware designer is the key. Don't miss the 4-week RTL bootcamp (festival discount available now) - contact and book - https://api.whatsapp.com/send/?phone=919817182494&text=Hi+vlsideepdive%2C+I+have+a+query&type=phone_number&app_absent=0 We should be approaching the design and description of digital circuits with a mindset that is focused on the actual hardware implementation. Here are some key concepts and considerations to help you think like a hardware engineer when working on RTL design: Concurrent Execution: Hardware is inherently concurrent, meaning that multiple processes or blocks of code can execute simultaneously. Think about how different parts of your hardware design can operate concurrently, just like different components on a physical chip. Registers and Flip-Flops: Hardware design involves the use of registers and flip-flops to store and synchronize data. Think about how data flows through these registers and how they capture and store information. Combinational and Sequential Logic: Understand the difference between combinational and sequential logic. Combinational logic is based solely on the current inputs, while sequential logic depends on the current inputs and the previous state. Finite State Machines (FSM): Many hardware designs can be conceptualized as finite-state machines. Think about how the state transitions occur and how your Verilog code captures these states and transitions. Hierarchy and Modularity: Divide your design into smaller modules or blocks. Think about the hierarchy of your design, with each module performing a specific function. This makes the design more modular and easier to understand. Resource Utilization: Be mindful of the resources your design consumes. Consider the hardware implications of your code, such as the number of flip-flops and logic elements used. Happy Learning!