This guide provides a comprehensive overview of the RISC-V computer architecture, targeting developers, researchers, and enthusiasts looking to understand and work with RISC-V hardware. It offers extensive resources on development tools, operating systems, and applications, aiming to facilitate efficient development on RISC-V platforms.

How It Works

The guide is structured as a curated collection of information, linking to official documentation, tutorials, books, and community resources. It covers various aspects of RISC-V development, from low-level assembly and hardware design (Verilog/SystemVerilog) to higher-level operating system support (Linux, BSD, RTOS), Android development, and specialized fields like AI/ML, robotics, and telecommunications.

Quick Start & Requirements

• Installation: No direct installation is required; it's a guide. Specific tools mentioned (e.g., QEMU, toolchains, IDEs) will have their own installation procedures.
• Prerequisites: Varies by tool/OS. Linux development examples often require standard build tools (build-essential, gawk, bison, flex, etc.) and specific RISC-V toolchains. Android development requires a Linux system with substantial disk space (256GB+) and RAM (16GB+).
• Resources: Links to official documentation, tutorials, and community forums are provided throughout.

Highlighted Details

• Extensive coverage of RISC-V development boards (e.g., StarFive VisionFive, HiFive series, Sipeed Maixduino).
• Detailed sections on setting up RISC-V Linux on QEMU and Android 12 on RISC-V.
• Broad exploration of RISC-V tools, including simulators (RISCVEMU, Ripes, BRISC-V Explorer), assemblers (Keystone, GAS), and IDEs (PlatformIO, Eclipse Embedded CDT).
• Inclusion of advanced topics like FPGA development with Verilog/SystemVerilog, AI/ML frameworks, robotics middleware (ROS), and 5G Telco development.

Maintenance & Community

• The guide is maintained by mikeroyal.
• It references RISC-V International, SiFive, and other key organizations and companies in the RISC-V ecosystem.
• Community interaction is encouraged via Pull Requests.

Licensing & Compatibility

• Licensed under Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International (CC BY 4.0). This license allows for sharing and adaptation with attribution, generally permissive for commercial use.

Limitations & Caveats

• The guide is a curated collection of links and information; it does not provide direct code or executables. Setup complexity and resource requirements vary significantly depending on the specific tools and operating systems being explored. Some linked resources or tools may be outdated or have changed since the guide's last update.