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Best way to learn VHDL?

I want to learn VHDL but I really don't know from where to start.

I want some advice and explanation about the software I need to get started.

I would like also to get some references in order to learn it efficiently without wasting time by searching on the Internet, since there are a lot of e-books and tutorials and I'm really confused about which one to choose.

Solution

  • I suggest, you have good background in Digital Design. If not, start with any edition of "Digital Design" book or, alternatively "Contemporary logic design".

    1. Download GHDL (VHDL compiler/simulator using GCC technology) or a little more friendly software tool boot.

    2. Learn how to build a VHDL program with GHDL. Try to compile simple "Hello, world!".

    3. Learn VHDL syntax with the open-source book Free Range VHDL. It is very important step.