Get started with Analog - Interview with Nanik Adnani.

Get started with Analog - Interview with Nanik Adnani.

Author: Matt Venn November 4, 2025 Duration: 24:41
take my analog course: https://www.zerotoasiccourse.com/analog/
Nanik's distortion ASIC: https://www.tinytapeout.com/chips/tt0...
Kelly Heaton's analog birds: https://www.kellyheatonstudio.com/dee...

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00:00 Intro 
00:55 Nanik Adnani 
01:52 Why analog 
03:46 Horizontal vs Vertical IP block s
09:20 Advice for getting into industry 
11:20 Analog Birds by Kelly Heaton 
15:30 Guitar Distortion Pedal on Tiny Tapeout 
17:50 The schematic isn't the hard part 
20:51 130nm isn't as far from 7nm as you think 
23:07 Do a Tiny Tapeout!

For anyone curious about how the tiny, powerful chips that run our world are actually created, Zero to ASIC Course offers a clear and engaging path through the complex landscape. Hosted by Matt Venn, this podcast demystifies the journey of designing Application-Specific Integrated Circuits (ASICs), breaking down the barriers between abstract concepts and physical silicon. Each episode serves as an informal lesson, weaving together foundational physics, current industry news, and practical engineering insights. You'll hear conversations with practitioners and pioneers who are actively shaping open-source silicon, making a field often shrouded in proprietary secrecy feel accessible and collaborative. This isn't just theoretical; it's about the tools, the challenges, and the community effort to bring custom chip design to more people. By listening to this podcast, you gain a nuanced understanding of semiconductor development, from initial design to final fabrication. The discussions naturally explore the intersection of education, technology, and open-source philosophy, providing context for both newcomers and seasoned engineers looking to stay current. Matt guides the exploration with a focus on real-world application, ensuring that every interview and news segment builds towards a comprehensive, practical knowledge base. Tune in to connect the dots between software, hardware, and the innovative future of computing.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 43

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