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Open source is so much more than free of cost: it gives everybody, including you, the ability to shape the future of a project. Unlock the full benefits of open source today and become a contributor! Participate in discussions, report bugs, share your improvements, or even start a new free and open source silicon project!
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The FOSSi Foundation is here to enable everyone to collaborate, innovate, and enjoy the benefits of open source chip design. Get to know like-minded developers at conferences like ORConf. Read about what's happening in our world in our newsletter El Correo Libre. And reach out to us if you feel confused. We're here to help.
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El Correo Libre Issue 76
Earlier this year, more than 500 academic colleagues joined me in drafting an open letter to European funding agencies, emphasising the significance of open source EDA (Electronic Design Automation) tools. These tools not only align with the broader principles of open source software but also contribute to the realisation of the European semiconductor roadmap.
El Correo Libre Issue 75
The FOSSi Foundation is, as always, very proud to announce that registrations for ORConf 2024 have now opened.
El Correo Libre Issue 74
Latch-Up 2024, held from the 19th to the 21st of April, has come to a close, and we'd like to thank everyone who made the event possible - from sponsors and speakers to attendees. A true testament to the health and breadth of the free and open source silicon ecosystem, Latch-Up 2024 was a great success, and plans are already underway for the next event in the series.
