Function Acceleration on FPGA with Vitis-Part 1: Fundamental

🎓 Embedded System Accelerators with Vitis and HLScourse Description

🚀 Course Instructor: Mohammad Hosseinbady
🎫 Course Title: Function Acceleration on FPGA with Vitis - Part 1: Fundamentals

Dive into the world of high-level synthesis (HLS) and learn to accelerate compute-intensive algorithms on FPGA-based embedded systems using the C/C++ programming languages. Embedded System Accelerators with Vitis and HLScourse is meticulously designed for learners aiming to master function acceleration without the need for traditional Hardware Description Languages (HDLs) like VHDL or Verilog.

Course Overview:

• Introduction to FPGA and HLS: Understand the basics of Field Programmable Gate Arrays (FPGAs) and how high-level synthesis can revolutionize their programming for embedded systems.

• Exploring Xilinx Zynq Embedded Systems: Gain hands-on experience with Xilinx Zynq SoCs, which combine a dual-core ARM Cortex-A9 processor with programmable logic, making them ideal for complex applications.

Key Learning Objectives:

• Mapping Applications on Embedded Systems: Learn the process of mapping applications onto FPGAs using Xilinx toolsets, setting the stage for real-world application deployment.

• Utilizing Vitis Unified Software Platform: Discover how to effectively use the Vitis platform, which unifies the software and hardware development tools for Xilinx devices.

Course Structure:

• Real Examples & Applications: Engage with a variety of practical examples that illustrate the concepts of HLS and their application in embedded systems.

• Software and Hardware Emulation: Understand the emulation process and how it allows for testing applications before deploying them on actual FPGAs.

Hands-On Learning:

• Examples, Quizzes, and Exercises: Each section of the course is enriched with multiple examples, quizzes, and exercises to facilitate a deep understanding of complex designing concepts.

• Practice & Mastery: With numerous quizzes and exercises at your disposal, you'll have ample opportunity to practice and master the methods and approaches taught in the course.

Capstone Projects:

• Real-World Application: Apply all the concepts learned in two exciting projects designed to solidify your knowledge and enable you to create real circuits and hardware controllers.

Series Outlook:

• Comprehensive Learning Path: This course is the foundational block of a series that will delve into various optimization techniques within Vitis, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of function acceleration on Zynq-based embedded systems.

• Future Perspectives: As you progress through the series, you'll build upon the fundamentals covered in this course to optimize your designs for better performance and energy efficiency.

Enroll now and embark on a journey to become an expert in function acceleration on FPGAs using Vitis and HLS. Whether you're a student, engineer, or hobbyist, this course will equip you with the skills needed to design high-performance embedded systems. 🌟

Join us and transform your approach to embedded system design!