Introduction to Verilog

This self-study guide gives a step-by-step tutorial for each aspect of the language and follows a logical progression from basic syntax to complex tasks and functions. It allows someone with no knowledge of Verilog or HDLs to follow the chapters in sequence to gain a full understanding of the language. Each chapter builds on the information presented in the previous chapters. Also, illustrative examples of Verilog syntax and language features are included in each chapter. Introduction Chapter 1: About Hardware Description Languages Chapter 2: Basic Verilog Syntax Chapter 3: Register, Net, and Parameter Data Types Chapter 4: Modules Chapter 5: Operators and Expressions Chapter 6: Assignments Chapter 7: Execution Control Statements Chapter 8: Functions and Tasks Chapter 9: Procedural Blocks Chapter 10: Compiler Directives, System Tasks and Functions Chapter 11: Coding Guidelines Final Exam Resources for Further Study Answers to Problems