ASICs (Application-Specific Integrated Circuits)and SOCs (Systems On a Chip) are among the hottest topics in semiconductor chip design today. If you're a front-end or back-end chip designer looking to learn the latest techniques and methodologies, this book is for you.From ASICk to SOCk: A Practical Approach explains ASIC and SOC design and verification for the real world-by covering the same issues and dilemmas you'll face on the job! An emphasis on techniques and principles over the particulars of design tools gives you a deeper understanding of the material and will make you much more effective in your work,regardless which tools you use.Topics include: ■Methodologies and design flows for front-end and back-end designs ■Modern physical design techniques ■Integration of 1Ps on SOC designs■Low-power design techniques and methodologies ■VoIP (Voice over IP) and STB (Set-Top Box)SOC design examples ■Tips and guidelines for front-end and back-end designs