3.7. Conclusion

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is an FPGA?

   Hint

   Think about flexibility and programming.

2. 2.

   Which languages are typically used for FPGA design?

   Hint

   Remember, they are both hardware description languages.

3. 3.

   What is the primary purpose of synthesis?

   • To verify logic
   • To convert code into netlist
   • To write VHDL

   Hint

   Think about what happens after writing the code.

4. 4.

   Simulation is crucial to avoid which of the following?

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Think of the design flow stages.

5. 5.

   Design a 4-bit counter using VHDL. Describe the full design flow from specification to verification.

   Hint

   Adhere to each step in the design process you've learned.

6. 6.

   What might be some consequences of implementing a design without testing? Provide detailed examples.

   Hint

   Reflect on cases where simulation uncovered critical faults.