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GPT-Synopsys: Frontier Intelligence to Revolutionize Chip Design

189 points · 111 comments · giuliomagnifico

  1. ngl999 · · focus · HN ↗
    It's hard to believe these probabilistic language model can replace deterministic, precise control of matter needed in hardware design.
    1. evan_a_a · · focus · HN ↗
      Physical design (what this seems to be targeting) already uses non-deterministic algorithms because floorplanning, placement, and routing are all difficult problems to solve with a deterministic algorithm. Introducing probabalistic approaches helps to find the right fit within the constraints.
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