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Maxim Kudinov

Max Kudinov contributed to the YosysHQ/yosys repository by developing and enhancing FPGA synthesis features, focusing on Gowin device support. He implemented new synthesis logic in C++ and Verilog to enable multiplication inference and DSP mapping for GW1N and GW2A families, broadening device compatibility and improving resource utilization. Max introduced configurable command-line options, such as -setundef and -nodsp, to increase safety and flexibility in the synthesis flow. His work included refining documentation, improving CLI usability, and expanding test coverage for DSP inference. These contributions deepened the reliability and maintainability of the Yosys synthesis flow for embedded and digital design.

Overall Statistics

Feature vs Bugs

100%Features

Repository Contributions

8Total
Bugs
0
Commits
8
Features
3
Lines of code
340
Activity Months3

Your Network

75 people

Work History

February 2026

4 Commits • 1 Features

Feb 1, 2026

February 2026 monthly summary for YosysHQ/yosys focused on delivering Gowin DSP inference enhancements and improving the Gowin synthesis flow. Key changes reduce configuration friction and improve test coverage, enabling more predictable DSP-aware synthesis for Gowin targets. Key features delivered: - Gowin DSP inference controls and synthesis improvements: merges label handling in SynthGowinPass to streamline the Gowin synthesis flow, adds a new -nodsp CLI option to disable DSP multiplier inference for flexibility, and adds tests to verify DSP inference behavior across configurations. Includes minor formatting improvements to Gowin-related code for readability. Major bugs fixed: - No major bugs fixed this period. Overall impact and accomplishments: - Improves configurability and reliability of Gowin DSP synthesis, enabling faster experimentation and more predictable builds. Expanded test coverage reduces regression risk and supports future DSP-aware optimizations. Technologies/skills demonstrated: - Code changes in the Gowin flow (C++/Verilog-related components in Yosys) with CLI flag development (-nodsp). - Test-driven development with DSP inference tests across configurations. - Readability and maintainability improvements through code formatting.

January 2026

1 Commits • 1 Features

Jan 1, 2026

January 2026: Delivered Gowin FPGA support in Yosys by adding multiplication inference and DSP mapping for GW1N/GW2A. This includes new modules and synthesis logic updates to support these Gowin families, improving synthesis accuracy and resource utilization. The work broadens FPGA family coverage, enabling faster design cycles and adoption for Gowin devices.

October 2025

3 Commits • 1 Features

Oct 1, 2025

Concise monthly summary for Oct 2025 focused on business value and technical achievements in the YosysHQ/yosys repository. A new synth_gowin option was introduced to improve safety and usability, with clearer documentation and CLI hints.

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Quality Metrics

Correctness97.6%
Maintainability92.6%
Architecture97.6%
Performance92.6%
AI Usage22.6%

Skills & Technologies

Programming Languages

C++Verilog

Technical Skills

Build SystemsC++C++ developmentCode RefactoringCommand-line Interface (CLI) DevelopmentDigital DesignDocumentation ImprovementFPGA DevelopmentFPGA designFPGA developmentHardware Description Language (HDL) SynthesisScriptingdigital logic designembedded systemshardware description language

Repositories Contributed To

1 repo

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YosysHQ/yosys

Oct 2025 Feb 2026
3 Months active

Languages Used

C++Verilog

Technical Skills

Build SystemsCode RefactoringCommand-line Interface (CLI) DevelopmentDocumentation ImprovementHardware Description Language (HDL) SynthesisScripting