dse-loop

Automate design space exploration by running simulations and tuning parameters.

Updated May 29, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/TabithaFanny/ThesisX --skill dse-loop-tabithafanny
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Skill: dse-loop
Source: https://github.com/TabithaFanny/ThesisX/tree/main/skills_imported/aris/skills/dse-loop
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/TabithaFanny/ThesisX --skill dse-loop-tabithafanny

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires gem5, and includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

The Skill simplifies and accelerates the design space exploration (DSE) process for computer architecture and electronic design automation (EDA) problems, automating tasks like running simulations, analyzing results, tuning parameters, and iterating until an optimal configuration is found.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Automated DSE: Automates the complete DSE workflow including running simulations, analyzing results, and iteratively tuning parameters.
  • Programmable: Configurable via YAML input for specifying the target program, parameters to be tuned, objective metrics, and constraints.
  • Scalable: Capable of handling DSE tasks with varying numbers of parameters and complexity.
  • Use Case: Run dse-loop to find the optimal cache size and associativity for a microarchitecture benchmark using gem5 simulator.

Quick Start

Use the dse-loop skill to perform a design space exploration for a gem5 simulation, tuning cache size and associativity with an objective to maximize IPC, and a timeout of 3 hours.

Frequently Asked Questions about dse-loop

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

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How do I automate design space exploration for computer architecture simulations?

Automating design space exploration for computer architecture involves programmatically running simulations, analyzing outputs, and iteratively tuning parameters until an optimal configuration is found based on your defined objectives and constraints.

What is the best way to tune cache size and associativity parameters in gem5?

Tuning cache size and associativity in gem5 is best handled by automating the simulation loop, analyzing results for metrics like IPC, and dynamically adjusting parameters to find the optimal microarchitecture configuration.

Can I configure simulation optimization constraints and objectives using YAML?

Configuring simulation optimization constraints and objectives via YAML allows you to specify the target program, parameters to tune, objective metrics, and constraints for scalable design space exploration tasks.

Does design space exploration automation work with complex microarchitecture benchmarks?

Design space exploration automation is scalable and works with complex microarchitecture benchmarks, capable of handling varying numbers of parameters and complexity to find optimal configurations efficiently.

How do I maximize IPC in EDA simulations through parameter tuning?

Maximizing IPC in EDA simulations through parameter tuning requires iteratively running target simulation programs, analyzing the outputs, and dynamically adjusting parameters within your specified constraints to reach the optimal state.

What are the limitations of using automated loops for EDA parameter tuning?

Automated loops for EDA parameter tuning require a target simulation program execution and user-defined objectives, meaning results are bounded by the constraints set and the simulation tool's capabilities, such as gem5 execution time limits.