The Prodigy FPGA-Based Emulator from Tachyum is designed to facilitate a range of evaluation, testing, and development activities crucial for assessing the performance and compatibility of the Prodigy Universal Processor. This emulator provides an infrastructure that mimics the capabilities of the Prodigy processor, enabling assessment under realistic workloads and evaluation of the software's interaction with the hardware. It stands as a pivotal tool for developers aiming to refine their applications to operate seamlessly on Prodigy's architecture.
Constructed with multiple FPGA and IO boards interconnected by cables within a rack, the emulator allows for extensive emulation of processor cores. This includes support for both vector and matrix fixed and floating-point processing units, offering developers a comprehensive environment for application testing and debugging. By simulating core functionalities, it facilitates a hands-on experience in optimizing software for Prodigy's architecture.
Importantly, the emulator empowers users to start transitioning their high-performance and low-power-demanding applications onto Prodigy processors. With its rich array of features, including interface emulation and performance measurement capabilities, it supports the iterative process of development, ensuring that software runs optimally on Prodigy, thus amplifying its operation efficiency and performance metrics.
