Soft Processor Core

A soft processor core is a customizable digital design for a computer processor that is implemented using programmable logic devices like FPGAs (Field-Programmable Gate Arrays). Unlike fixed, hardware-defined processors, a soft core can be modified, optimized, and reconfigured after manufacturing to meet specific needs. This flexibility allows engineers to tailor performance, size, and features without designing a new chip from scratch. Soft cores are used in specialized applications, allowing for efficient or experimental processing solutions, and can be integrated into larger embedded systems or prototypes before final hardware production.