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This is running in the Makerchip platform, controlled by two competing circuits. Each clock cycle, the circuit of the active player decides where to play next. Visualization of the play area shows the circuits' behavior in simulation, and the winner is revealed.

 

We provide a code template, loaded into the EDITOR tab, for you to develop your circuit. This template provides the visualization driven by some TL-Verilog circuitry. It gives you a place to write your code to drive the interface signals that play the game. You can configure the template to compete against other sample opponents we provide or other opponents you or others develop. Using this environment, you develop the best circuit you can. And then, on August 1, it's showtime!

 

This four-in-a-row game can be used as a practice challenge before the real challenge is issued on May 30th.

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Timeline

 

Now:

• Form teams.

• Learn Verilog and/or TL-Verilog. Makerchip has tutorials, courses, examples, and documentation.

• Practice by designing a circuit for the four-in-a-row game.

• Join the TL-Verilog User's Slack workspace #showdown channel for discussion.

Starting Fri. May 30, 8 PM IST/10:30 AM EDT:

• Receive the challenge.

• Begin coding.

By Sun. July 26, 11 PM IST/1:30 PM EDT:​

• Register for the Showdown.

• Submit your circuit(s).

• Make your repositories public (within 24 hrs).

On Fri. August 1 & Mon. August 4, 8 PM IST/10:30 AM EDT:

• It's Showdown time! Your circuit goes head-to-head with others in an elimination tournament.

• The winners are determined and announced!

• Prizes and certificates are awarded (within 30 days) (Aug. 4 only).

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The Showdown Events

 

Two online Showdown events will be held, the first on Friday, August 1, and the second on Monday, August 4, both at 8 PM IST/10:30 AM EDT. You watch your circuit and others go head-to-head and battle for 1st place.

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Gamers' Showdown

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The Gamers' Showdown, on August 1, is all for fun. Registration is free. No prizes or certificates will be awarded. There will be no recording or live stream.

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Gladiators' Showdown

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The Gladiators' Showdown, on August 4, is a battle for glory with prizes and certificates. This event will be recorded and/or streamed for public viewing.

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Details for Gladiators

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An entry fee for the Gladiators' Showdown supports prizes for the winning team(s). This fee will also support program administration, with the majority going toward prize money. Prizes will be determined based on registrations.

 

Certificates will be awarded for participation and top finishes.

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Fee Schedule

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• "Can't wait!" discount, USD 25/team, due before the challenge is issued on Fri. May 30, 8 PM IST/10:30 AM EDT.

• Early-bird discount, $40/team, due by July 1, 8 PM IST/10:30 AM EDT.

• Regular price: $60/team, due with your submission, July 26, 11 PM IST/1:30 PM EDT.​

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Terms and Conditions

 

Highlights: Cash prizes will be awarded based on merit as defined by the contest rules, as judged by the organizers. Winners are responsible for any taxes or reporting requirements in their country. Prize money will be paid in USD via Wise or PayPal. Any transfer or currency conversion fees may be deducted from the prize amount. Participants must be at least 13 years of age or the age of majority in their country of residence, whichever is higher. Participation is void where prohibited by law.​​​

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By participating in the Makerchip ASIC Design Showdown, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to these Terms and Conditions.​

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Registration and Payment

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Before registering:

• Join the TL-Verilog User's Slack workspace #showdown channel for communication.

• You'll need a GitHub account.

• Decide on a team name! (You can form your team and decide on a name later, if you prefer.)

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Questions?

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Contact showdown@redwoodeda.com if you need anything.

 

Social Media

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We encourage you to share these competition flyers. They are licensed freely using CC0.​