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Questions are specific depending on your background, mine covered the following topics: - MPI basics - Optimizing GPU kernels - Coupling C/C++ and FORTRAN codes - Transposing a 2D pointer array - Roofline model analysis
Nov 6, 2020

Questions are specific depending on your background, mine covered the following topics: - MPI basics - Optimizing GPU kernels - Coupling C/C++ and FORTRAN codes - Transposing a 2D pointer array - Roofline model analysis

Process and Improvements - Examples of how you've improved processes - Thoughts on how current core processes could be enhanced - Creative and critical thinking abilities Physical Design, Power and Timing - Power optimization strategies - Timing challenges in high-frequency designs - Understanding RTL vs. PD in cores and SoC PD Flow and Fundamentals - Synthesis Design Compiler - Backend flow: DRC, LVS - Verilog (read and edit) - Primetime, STA (Static Timing Analysis) - High-speed designs (3GHz+) Structured Problem Solving - Real-world examples of problem-solving from past experience - On-the-spot problem-solving scenarios - Demonstrating adaptability and logical thinking Also topics about CTS including ICG cloning
May 21, 2025

Process and Improvements - Examples of how you've improved processes - Thoughts on how current core processes could be enhanced - Creative and critical thinking abilities Physical Design, Power and Timing - Power optimization strategies - Timing challenges in high-frequency designs - Understanding RTL vs. PD in cores and SoC PD Flow and Fundamentals - Synthesis Design Compiler - Backend flow: DRC, LVS - Verilog (read and edit) - Primetime, STA (Static Timing Analysis) - High-speed designs (3GHz+) Structured Problem Solving - Real-world examples of problem-solving from past experience - On-the-spot problem-solving scenarios - Demonstrating adaptability and logical thinking Also topics about CTS including ICG cloning

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