INDUS CHIP

From Ancient Innovation to Digital Revolution

Bridging 5000 Years of Progress

Celebrating the legacy of the Indus Valley Civilization while pioneering India's semiconductor future through comprehensive VLSI education and innovation. Access 40+ curated YouTube playlists, university courses, and professional resources.

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Ancient Innovation: The Indus Valley Legacy

3300 - 1300 BCE

Advanced Urban Planning

Most extensive early civilization spanning 900+ miles with sophisticated city layouts and uniform brick sizes.

Precision Engineering

Sophisticated drainage systems and precise measurement systems with smallest division of 1.6mm.

Population Centers

Major cities like Harappa and Mohenjo-daro housed 40,000-50,000 people with advanced infrastructure.

Major Cities of the Indus Valley

Harappa
Mohenjo-daro
Dholavira
Lothal

Modern Revolution: India's Semiconductor Mission

$7+ Billion

Government commitment to semiconductor manufacturing

End of 2025

Timeline for first indigenous chips

10 Projects

Approved across 6 states

1+ Million

Skilled jobs by 2030

Meet Indu

A friendly, tech-savvy character that bridges ancient wisdom with modern innovation. Indu represents the spirit of continuous learning and progress, guiding you through the journey from ancient Indus Valley innovations to modern semiconductor technology.

Curious & Innovative

Always exploring new technologies and asking the right questions

Wise & Approachable

Combines ancient wisdom with modern insights in an accessible way

Education Focused

Passionate about making VLSI and chip design education engaging and comprehensive

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Indu

Your VLSI Guide

Learn VLSI: Your Gateway to Chip Design

Comprehensive resources for mastering semiconductor design - 40+ YouTube playlists, university courses, and professional tools

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🚀 Recommended Learning Paths

Choose your path based on your goals and experience level

Beginner's Path

Start your VLSI journey from fundamentals

Razavi Basic Circuits ChipXPRT IC Design Basics Digital Logic Design

Physical Design Track

Master the backend flow of chip design

SoC Physical Design STA Series Clock Distribution

Analog Design Track

Deep dive into analog circuit design

Razavi Electronics CMOS Fundamentals Analog Layout Design
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YouTube Educational Playlists

40+ curated playlists from top educators and industry experts

ChipXPRT Channel - Complete VLSI Learning Series

Industry expert tutorials covering complete IC design flow - organized chronologically

ChipXPRT IC Design 25+ Videos
Integrated Circuits

Comprehensive integrated circuit design and analysis

ChipXPRT IC Design 30+ Videos
Integrated Circuits With Rashid

Advanced IC design concepts with industry expert Rashid

ChipXPRT Digital Design 25+ Videos
Digital Logic Design Series

Complete digital logic design from fundamentals to complex circuits

ChipXPRT Sequential Logic 20+ Videos
Sequential Logic Design Series

Sequential circuits, flip-flops, counters, and finite state machines

ChipXPRT Verification 15+ Videos
Design Verification with SystemVerilog

Complete SystemVerilog testbench development and UVM verification

ChipXPRT CMOS Technology 12+ Videos
CMOS Fundamentals

CMOS technology fundamentals, transistor physics, and device modeling

ChipXPRT Scripting 10+ Videos
Learn TCL Fundamentals

TCL scripting for EDA tools and design automation

ChipXPRT Backend Flow 15+ Videos
Synthesis to Route Flow on a Block

Complete backend implementation flow from synthesis to routing

ChipXPRT Clock Design 12+ Videos
PD - Clock Distribution

Clock tree synthesis, skew optimization, and power analysis

ChipXPRT Timing Analysis 10+ Videos
PD - Constraining Timing Paths

Timing constraints, SDC files, and timing closure techniques

ChipXPRT Latch Timing 8+ Videos
Latch Timing

Latch-based design timing analysis and optimization

ChipXPRT Q&A 20+ Videos
STA Q&As

Common STA questions and detailed explanations

ChipXPRT Architecture 25 Videos
RISC-V Architecture

Complete RISC-V processor architecture and implementation

ChipXPRT Career 15+ Videos
Build a Career in Chip Design

Industry insights, career paths, and professional guidance

ChipXPRT Tools 8+ Videos
VIM Editor Tips

Essential VIM editor skills for efficient design work

ChipXPRT Technology 12+ Videos
Transistor Scaling Journey

Evolution of transistor technology and scaling challenges

ChipXPRT Casual Learning 10+ Videos
Weekend Watch List

Relaxed learning content for weekend study sessions

ChipXPRT Podcast 15+ Episodes
Podcast Series

Industry discussions and expert interviews

Analog Layout & Design Channel - Specialized Analog Content

Expert-level analog and mixed-signal design tutorials

Analog Layout I/O Design 8+ Videos
I/O & ESD

Input/Output circuit design and Electrostatic Discharge protection strategies

Analog Layout Process Tech 6+ Videos
CMOS FABRICATION

Complete CMOS fabrication process flow and technology nodes

Analog Layout Latch Prevention 5+ Videos
CMOS LATCHUP & PREVENTION

Understanding and preventing latchup in CMOS designs

Analog Layout Passives 6+ Videos
ON-CHIP PASSIVES

Design and modeling of on-chip resistors, capacitors, and inductors

Behzad Razavi (UCLA) - World-Class Circuit Theory

Renowned professor's complete electronics course series

Payam Heydari (UC Irvine) - RF and Wireless Systems

Advanced RF circuit design and wireless communication

UC Irvine Wireless 18+ Videos
Wireless Communication Circuits

Design of wireless communication circuits and transceivers

Top University Courses - IITs, Stanford & Leading Institutions

World-class semiconductor education from top universities

IIT Roorkee Advanced 30+ Videos
Next Gen FETs

Advanced field-effect transistor technologies and emerging devices

Wayne State Solid State 35+ Videos
Solid State Electronics

Comprehensive solid state electronics and device physics

IIT Kharagpur Theory 38+ Videos
Electronic Theory of Solids

Quantum mechanical foundations of solid state electronics

Top VLSI YouTubers - Excellent Educational Channels

Outstanding content creators making VLSI accessible

WhyRD 50K+ Career
WhyRD - VLSI Education

Comprehensive VLSI tutorials, career guidance, and industry insights

VLSI FOR ALL 100K+ Platform
VLSI FOR ALL

Modern VLSI platform for students and professionals with practical projects

Team VLSI 25K+ Tools
Team VLSI

EDA tools tutorials, VLSI flow explanations, and hands-on projects

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University Courses & Certifications

Structured learning programs and comprehensive academic courses

NPTEL Courses

NPTEL Free Course
VLSI Design Flow: RTL to GDS

Complete RTL to GDS VLSI design flow by IIIT Delhi

NPTEL Free Course
CMOS Digital VLSI Design

Comprehensive CMOS design course by IIT Roorkee

NPTEL Free Course
Introduction to VLSI Design

Fundamentals of VLSI design by IIT Madras

NPTEL Free Course
VLSI Physical Design

Physical design automation and backend implementation

IIT Programs & Training Institutes

Maven Silicon Training
Maven Silicon VLSI Training

Bangalore-based VLSI training with 100% placement assistance

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Tools, Guides & Open-Source Resources

Free tools, installation guides, and practical resources

Open-Source EDA Tools

YosysHQ Synthesis
Yosys - RTL Synthesis

Framework for Verilog RTL synthesis

OpenCircuitDesign Layout
Magic VLSI Layout

VLSI layout editor with DRC and extraction

KLayout Layout Viewer
KLayout

High performance layout viewer and editor

Icarus Simulation
Icarus Verilog

Verilog simulation and synthesis tool

Veripool Fast Sim
Verilator

Fast Verilog/SystemVerilog simulator

GHDL VHDL
GHDL

Open-source VHDL simulator

OpenROAD Platform
OpenROAD Platform

RTL-to-GDSII platform for chip design

Installation Guides & Learning Resources

VSD Installation
Complete Guide to Install Open-Source EDA Tools

Step-by-step installation guide for open-source EDA tools

Vik's Newsletter Learning Guide
Learning Chip Design with FOSS EDA

Comprehensive guide to learning chip design with free and open-source tools

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Industry News & Professional Resources

Stay updated with latest semiconductor developments

SIA Official
Semiconductor Industry Association

Official news, reports, and industry statistics from SIA

SemiEngineering Technical
Semiconductor Engineering

Deep technical insights for chip engineers and professionals

Semi Digest Magazine
Semiconductor Digest

Industry news, technology insights, and market analysis

Semi Today News
Semiconductor Today

Compound semiconductor news and cutting-edge developments

📊 Track Your Learning Progress

Bookmark resources and follow your learning journey

💾 How to Use These Resources

  • Bookmark Important Playlists: Use your browser bookmarks to save key resources
  • Follow Learning Paths: Start with foundational content before advanced topics
  • Take Notes: Document key concepts and practical tips from videos
  • Practice Hands-on: Install open-source tools and try examples
  • Join Communities: Engage with creators through comments and discussions

Latest Developments

India's semiconductor revolution in progress

September 2025

Semicon India 2025: First Indigenous Chip Showcase

PM Modi presents India's first fully indigenous Vikram 32-bit processor

August 2025

Advanced 3nm Design Centers Operational

State-of-the-art semiconductor design facilities launched in Noida and Bengaluru

June 2025

Micron SEZ Approval in Gujarat

37.64 hectare Special Economic Zone approved with $1.51 billion investment

Key Achievements

3nm Design Facilities

First in India - Noida & Bengaluru

Vikram Processor

32-bit indigenous chip

SiC Manufacturing

Silicon Carbide semiconductors

Global Partnerships

Micron, Foxconn, HCL collaborations

Join the Revolution

Connect with us and be part of India's semiconductor future

Get Involved

Whether you're a student, educator, or industry professional, there's a place for you in India's semiconductor ecosystem.

Education Programs

Join VLSI courses and certification programs

Industry Partnerships

Collaborate on semiconductor projects

Research Initiatives

Participate in cutting-edge chip design research