9 - Scripting Languages for Chip Design Automation
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Practice Questions
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What scripting language is commonly used for automating tasks in EDA tools?
💡 Hint: Think about the language specifically designed for this application.
Which language is known for its text manipulation capabilities?
💡 Hint: Consider the language used primarily for parsing and reports.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What is the primary purpose of scripting languages like TCL and Perl in chip design?
💡 Hint: Think about the tasks related to design workflows.
True or False: TCL is primarily used for data parsing.
💡 Hint: Reflect on the strengths of each language.
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Challenge Problems
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You are tasked with automating a simulation process for a new chip design. Discuss how you would use both TCL and Perl to achieve this, providing a detailed example.
💡 Hint: Think about the workflow: what will TCL automate, and how will Perl complement it?
Identify and explain the importance of error handling in scripting languages within chip design automation.
💡 Hint: Consider how errors can impact design verification and the overall automation process.
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