Tapeout on a Shoestring: A Practical Guide to Open‑Source ASICs for Makers and Small Teams
You can send real silicon to fab without a giant budget. Here’s how to pick a shuttle, design, verify, and bring up your first open‑source ASIC.
Tape Out a Real Chip on a Budget: Open PDKs, Community Shuttles, and Bring‑Up That Works
You don’t need a fab or a fortune to make silicon. Learn the practical routes, tools, and steps to build, verify, and test your first custom chip.