RISC-V Toolchain and Compiler Optimization Techniques

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As RISC-V has made it easier to bring up processor chipsets, the need for compiler engineers in the RISC-V ecosystem has increased. There is an implicit need for toolchain experts who can help RISC-V vendors gain an edge over competitors with their expertise in compilation technologies. Learning about internals of the toolchain, building and debugging RISC-V applications will allow you to work with thousands of companies that are building the latest hardware technologies.

This course is designed for engineers working with RISC-V vendors who are designing their own architectures, and those using RISC-V development boards to build applications. It is also useful for RISC-V application developers looking to improve performance or reduce the code size of their applications, toolchain developers, compiler engineers/performance engineers, and computer science students aspiring to major in systems software.

This course begins with an introduction to the compiler toolchain and concepts of cross-compilation. You will learn how to use popular compiler toolchains (both LLVM and GCC) to build RISC-V applications. You will also learn how to debug toolchain issues and what resources to consult when you need help. This course will help you optimize applications for code size or performance and gain an understanding of the demands of applications with instrumentation techniques.

The course prepares you to apply to in-demand job opportunities like toolchain engineers or systems performance engineers as most large organizations have a difficult time finding engineers who are good with performance optimizations. This is a beginner-level course to get you started with optimizing data center applications and mobile applications for performance. It enables you to work in startups building RISC-V-based devices and IOT systems that are resource-constrained. The course will also help undergraduate students get started with compiler toolchains and equip them with skills to optimize applications using compiler technologies.

What you will learn

• Discuss compiler toolchain and concepts of cross-compilation.
• Understand how to use popular compiler toolchains (both LLVM and GCC) to build RISC-V applications.
• Learn how to debug toolchain issues and what resources to consult when you need help.
• Optimize applications for code size or performance.
• Get an understanding of the demands of the application with instrumentation techniques.

Skills you learn

• Computer Science
• Debugging
• Low Level Virtual Machine (Free Compilers And Interpreters)
• Internet Of Things (IoT)
• Toolchain
• Mobile Application Development
• Optimizing Compilers
• Reduced Instruction Set Computing

Syllabus

• Welcome!
• Chapter 1. Compiler toolchains
• Chapter 2. Introduction to compiler optimizations
• Chapter 3. Building RISC-V Applications
• Chapter 4. Debug toolchain issues
• Final Exam (verified track only)

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Discover the intricacies of compiler toolchains and optimization techniques specifically tailored for RISC-V applications with this engaging course offered by edX. Ideal for IT and computer science enthusiasts, this program dives deep into the inner workings of compiler toolchains, providing a comprehensive understanding of how they operate and can be optimized. Led by expert instructors, the course spans 11 weeks and is designed to build foundational awareness in the subject. Whether you're a professional looking to enhance your technical skill set or a beginner eager to explore the field, you can choose from flexible subscription options including Professional and Starter plans to suit your learning needs. Embrace this opportunity to expand your expertise and apply sophisticated compiler optimization techniques in the innovative realm of RISC-V. Sign up today to start your journey towards mastering compiler internals and optimization strategies.