Key Highlights:

• Understanding the fundamentals of static timing analysis (STA)
• Exploring the features and capabilities of Primetime tool
• Learning how to perform timing analysis and optimization
• Mastering the concepts of setup and hold time violations
• Analyzing critical paths and improving timing closure
• Applying constraints and clock tree synthesis techniques
• Understanding the impact of parasitics on timing

What you will learn:

• Introduction to Signoff STA:
  This module provides an overview of the signoff STA process, its importance, and the role of Primetime in achieving timing closure.
• STA Fundamentals:
  In this module, you will learn the basic principles of static timing analysis, including concepts like setup and hold times, clock skew, and data paths.
• Introduction to Primetime:
  This module focuses on introducing the Primetime tool, its features, and how to set up the design environment for STA.
• STA Flow in Primetime:
  Here, you will understand the step-by-step flow of performing STA using Primetime, including input requirements, command options, and reporting.
• Critical Path Analysis:
  This module covers techniques for identifying and analyzing critical paths in a design and strategies for improving timing closure.
• Timing Constraints and Optimization:
  In this module, you will learn how to apply timing constraints, perform optimization, and ensure robust timing for the design.
• Advanced STA Techniques:
  This module explores advanced techniques in STA, including clock tree synthesis, parasitic-aware analysis, and hierarchical STA approaches.