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Core March 11, 2026 No Comments

VLSI Front-End vs Back-End Design

The VLSI design process is divided into front-end design and back-end design. Front-End Design Focuses on the logical design of digital circuits.

Key tasks:
  • RTL coding
  • Functional verification
  • Logic synthesis

Languages used:
  • Verilog
  • SystemVerilog
  • Back-End Design
Focuses on the physical implementation of the chip.

Key tasks:
  • Floorplanning
  • Placement
  • Routing
  • Timing closure

Tools used:
  • Cadence Innovus
  • Synopsys ICC2
Both front-end and back-end engineers work together to ensure the chip functions correctly and meets performance goals.

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