Compiler support for multi- and many-core embedded platform

• Extensions to the RISC-V ISA
  The goal is to extend a compiler (GCC/LLVM) at back-end and middle-end level to exploit the benefits of new hardware extensions. Our target is PULP, an open-source hardware platform to explore new and efficient architectures for ultra-low-power processing. The adoption of open-source hardware substantially lowers costs in comparison to proprietary technologies and this approach has led to the emergence of new business models in recent years. However the lack of compiler-level support is often a limiting factor in the adoption of such solutions, especially when custom extensions are necessary.This project is an opportunity to dive into the internals of a compilation toolchain and gain the skills to enable emergent computing systems.
  Required knowledge and skills
  C/C++ Programming | ***
  Compilers Theory & Practice | **
  Digital Systems Architecture | **