Magic VLSI tutorial Day 2 | Cmos inverter layout with sky130 PDK

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Welcome to our YouTube video, where we will be showcasing our CMOS inverter project using Xschem and magic in multi-episode series. In this project, we will walk you through the step-by-step process of designing a CMOS inverter and analyzing its various characteristics, such as VTC (voltage transfer characteristic), noise margin, propagation delay, and power consumption. These analyses will provide us with comprehensive insights into the performance of the inverter and help us optimize its design. We will start by introducing the Xschem tool and its functionalities. Next, we will take you through designing the CMOS inverter using Xschem. We will demonstrate how to modify gate widths, channel lengths, and other parameters to optimize the inverter's performance. We will also show you how to simulate the inverter and obtain its VTC, noise margin, and other outputs. After the analysis, we will discuss various factors contributing to the inverter's power consumption and how to optimize them. Finally, we will showcase how to design the layout of the inverter and how it can be optimized for better performance. So, if you want to learn how to design and analyze a CMOS inverter, this video is for you. Follow along, and let us guide you through the entire process.

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1. Collaboration: GitHub provides a platform for collaboration, allowing users to share code and work together on projects. This is particularly useful in VLSI projects, where teams may be working on complex designs that require the input of multiple individuals.
2. Version Control: GitHub provides version control, which allows users to track changes made to a project over time. This is essential in VLSI projects, where changes made to the design can affect the overall functionality of the circuit.
3. Visibility: Uploading VLSI projects to GitHub can give them greater visibility and exposure, allowing other developers and engineers to learn from the code and potentially contribute to the project
4. Portfolio Building: For students or professionals looking to build a portfolio, uploading VLSI projects to GitHub can be a great way to showcase their skills and experience to potential employers or clients.5. Access to Open-Source Libraries: GitHub provides access to a vast library of open-source tools and libraries that can be used in VLSI projects. Uploading projects to GitHub allows users to easily incorporate these resources into their designs and share their own libraries with others in the community. ... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a6pJenKlL1k