Verilog FPGA Design: MCU Porting on the Arty A7-35T

Bridging the gap between software and hardware allows you to design incredibly flexible, high-performance embedded systems. By porting a microcontroller unit (MCU) core onto an FPGA, you gain the power to customize your own processor and hardware peripherals. This text-based course guides you through the fundamentals of FPGA design, Verilog HDL, and soft-core MCU integration on the popular Arty A7-35T development board. You will transition from understanding basic digital logic to deploying a functional microcontroller system on programmable hardware. What you'll learn: - Learn the fundamental architecture of FPGAs and how they differ from traditional microprocessors. - Master Verilog syntax for describing digital circuits, state machines, and peripheral interfaces. - Understand the process of porting a soft-core MCU to the Arty A7-35T hardware platform. - Configure memory maps, clock managers, and reset controllers for stable system operation. - Apply debugging techniques using hardware description language simulation and testbenches. - Explore modern RISC-V soft-core alternatives alongside standard processor cores. The course begins with core definitions of FPGA fabrics and Verilog basics before moving step-by-step through processor integration, peripheral mapping, and hardware-software co-design. Through detailed written explanations and code walkthroughs, you will build a solid foundation in modern system-on-chip design. This program is designed for hardware enthusiasts, embedded software engineers, and beginners eager to explore digital design without needing prior FPGA experience. Start your journey into custom hardware design and MCU integration today.