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Future directions for VLSI and software engineering

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A structure is developed and used for the comparison of the VLSI and software design processes. The comparison reveals both similarities and differences in the two disciplines and in their evolution. Several possible implications are presented which contribute to an understanding of the processes and provide insights into appropriate directions for future research. Finally, some areas with high potential gains through technology transfer are discussed.

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  1. Design Methodology Laboratory, Duke University, 27706, Durham, N.C.

    Connie U. Smith & John A. Dallen

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  1. Connie U. Smith
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Tosiyasu L. Kunii

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Smith, C.U., Dallen, J.A. (1984). Future directions for VLSI and software engineering. In: Kunii, T.L. (eds) VLSI Engineering. Lecture Notes in Computer Science, vol 163. Springer, Tokyo. https://doi.org/10.1007/BFb0043445

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