Synthesis & Logic Optimization · All levels
How to Use This Course
Study order, prerequisites, and closure posture for synthesis learning.
Study order
Start with Constraints & QoR; bad inputs poison all results.
Study mapping and timing-driven optimization before retiming.
Use PPA and incremental ECO sections to learn closure tradeoffs.
Finish with physical-aware and interview prep for senior readiness.
Answer template
diagram
RUN CONTEXT -> METRIC -> MECHANISM -> FIX -> REGRESSION -> OWNERSHIP
1. Which RTL/SDC/lib/switch context?
2. Which QoR lane moved (timing/area/power)?
3. What mechanism explains the movement?
4. What artifact proves it?
5. What reversible fix do you propose?
6. What regression matrix closes the decision?