7 New FPGA Books Reshaping Electronics in 2025

Frank Bruno and Guy Eschemann bring their extensive engineering backgrounds into this second edition, focusing on developing practical FPGA programming skills using SystemVerilog and VHDL. You learn to build real projects like VGA controllers, microprocessors, and calculators, gaining hands-on experience that bridges theory with industry practices. The book covers FPGA architecture, tool flows, and advanced topics like AXI and embedded microcontrollers, making it ideal if you want to deepen your hardware design expertise. While the projects guide you step-by-step, the book also challenges you to understand the underlying principles, so you can adapt to evolving FPGA technologies.

Drawing from his engineering background, Emilio Martinez III crafted this book to bridge the gap for students entering FPGA programming with Verilog. You’ll find ten labs that walk you through problems similar to those faced in coursework, complete with QR codes to simulate circuits and download code, which is a practical touch that enhances learning. The book doesn’t just stop at basics — it dives into button debouncing, test benches, and frequency counters, while also covering Verilog conventions with exercises to solidify your understanding. If you’re an engineering student new to Verilog, this book offers a clear, example-driven path to mastering FPGA programming without assuming prior knowledge.

This tailored book explores the latest breakthroughs in FPGA technology as of 2025, focusing on the newest developments shaping the field. It examines emerging design techniques, advanced hardware capabilities, and innovative applications, all aligned with your background and interests. By concentrating on your specific goals, this personalized guide reveals cutting-edge insights that keep you ahead of rapidly evolving FPGA trends. The content matches your expertise level and desired focus areas, enabling a deep, focused learning experience that uncovers the practical impact of recent discoveries in FPGA design and deployment.

What happens when deep expertise in FPGA meets a focus on the EDA tools underpinning the technology? Kaihui Tu and colleagues explore this niche by unpacking the two-stage EDA system unique to FPGAs: chip design and application design. The book dives into advanced algorithms, data models, and design methodologies that shape how these tools function and evolve. You’ll gain insights into complex areas like high-level synthesis, logic synthesis, and physical implementation—topics often skimmed over elsewhere. This is a technical guide best suited for FPGA EDA engineers and researchers aiming to deepen their understanding of FPGA tool design rather than end-use application.

Drawing from their expertise in hardware security and cloud computing, Jakub Szefer and Russell Tessier explore the critical challenges facing FPGA-accelerated cloud environments. You’ll find detailed analysis of evolving security threats alongside practical design principles aimed at safeguarding cloud-deployed FPGAs against data leaks and attacks. Specific chapters dissect attack vectors and defensive measures, offering insights valuable to engineers tasked with securing next-generation cloud infrastructures. If your work involves cloud FPGA deployment or hardware security, this book provides precise frameworks to evaluate and enhance your systems’ resilience.

What sets this book apart is its focus on bridging the gap between abstract digital design concepts and hands-on FPGA application. Daniel Cao and Marco Hu, drawing from their experience with FPGA engineers and developers, emphasize practical experiments over theory alone, making it easier for you to grasp complex ideas through projects like microprocessor design and digital modulation. You'll find clear explanations starting from logic gates, progressing to more advanced topics, all supported by a custom-designed FPGA board and WebIDE tools that simplify setup. If you've struggled with the intimidating hardware environment before, this book helps you take confident first steps in digital circuit design with FPGA.

This tailored book explores the rapidly evolving landscape of FPGA design, focusing on the discoveries and developments shaping 2025 and beyond. It examines how emerging technologies and innovations impact FPGA projects, offering a personalized exploration that matches your background and interests. The book delves into cutting-edge advancements, preparing you to anticipate future challenges with confidence and insight. By focusing on your specific goals, it reveals how to stay ahead in this dynamic field, supporting your journey to master the next generation of FPGA technologies. This personalized approach ensures relevant and engaging content that keeps you connected with the latest industry trends.

What started as a desire to simplify FPGA programming for newcomers became a clear guide through the often-daunting landscape of digital circuit design. Russell Merrick draws on his extensive experience at Accion Systems, BAE Systems, and L-3 Communications to break down complex concepts like lookup tables, state machines, and clock domain crossing into accessible lessons. You’ll find detailed Verilog and VHDL code examples alongside practical insights into synthesis, simulation, and hardware primitives like DSP blocks and PLLs. This book suits anyone ready to move beyond theory and start creating reliable FPGA designs with real confidence.

James E Moran challenges the common misconception that FPGA design ends at logic implementation by shifting focus to managing constraints, a critical yet often overlooked aspect. You’ll learn how to balance temporal and spatial constraints to optimize your FPGA design, guided by detailed chapters on physical design processes and good hardware practice. For instance, the book’s case studies demonstrate how refining constraints can transform a design that initially fails into a successful implementation. If you’re involved in FPGA development and want to move beyond code to practical system optimization, this book provides the necessary insights to bridge that gap.