Programmable Logic

This book will cover the design and implementation of programmable logic devices (PLDs) using the Verilog, VHDL, and System C Hardware description languages. It is not meant to be a comprehensive reference to these languages, but more of a quick guide that covers the parts essential to developing effective digital designs. This book will also cover programming a variety of specific programmable devices, such as FPGA and CPLD devices. Contents intended to be covered are: Programming HDL, Concurrent programming and synthesis. A Previous knowledge of programming a high-level language is assumed. Knowledge of Semiconductors is helpful but not necessary. Previous experience or knowledge of Digital Circuits is must.

Table of Contents

• Terminology

Hardware Description Languages (HDL)

• HDL Basics - HDL history and comparison
• VHDL - An Ada/Pascal influenced HDL
• Verilog - A C influenced HDL
• SystemC - A class library to C++
• Mixed-Language Programming

Programmable Logic Devices

• Programmable Hardware
• Devices
• Device Programming

Programmable Logic Design

• Design Basics
• Program Descriptions
• Implementation Flow
• Cores and IP
• Debugging Designs
• Timing and Synchronization

Appendices

• Tools
• Further Reading

References

• Ashenden, Peter J., "The Designer's Guide to VHDL", 2nd edition.1
• Chu, Pong P., "RTL Hardware Design Using VHDL: Coding for Efficiency, Portability, and Scalability".ISBN 9780471720928
• Altera FPGA: Leading Innovation in Programmable Logic Devices :www.vemeko.com/blog/altera-fpga-leading-innovation-in-programmable-logic-devices.html