CaSA Meetup: Pre- and Post-Silicon Virtual Platforms

When

24 September, 2025    
17:00 - 20:30

Where

Semiconductor Arena, Electrum
Kistagången 16, Kista, 16440

CaSA Meetup: Pre- and Post-Silicon Virtual Platforms (Hardware Simulation for Software Development)

On 24 September, the CaSA Meetup series returns to Kista, providing a platform for technical deep dives into Computer and Systems Architecture. This session focuses on pre- and post-silicon virtual platforms — from their role in semiconductor development to applications in automotive and embedded systems.

 

Agenda

17:00 — Doors open
17:15 — Welcome and introduction
17:40 — Presentation: “Pre-Silicon Virtual Platforms in Semiconductor Development” by Fredrik Larsson
18:10 — Presentation: “Post-Silicon Virtual Platforms in Automotive and Embedded Systems” by Jakob Engblom
18:40 — Networking. Food and drinks (available for purchase)
19:15 — Joint Q&A session with both speakers
20:30 — Event concludes

 

Meet the speakers

Fredrik Larsson is Principal Engineer at Intel Sweden. He is one of the original developers of the Intel Simics simulator and has worked with virtual platform technology for more than 25 years.

Jakob Engblom is Product Marketing Director at Cadence. He has worked with virtual platforms, simulation and embedded software since 2002, with roles at Virtutech, Wind River, Intel, ASTC VLAB Works, and now Cadence.

 

Who should attend?

This meetup is for anyone interested in computer and systems architecture, particularly those working with virtual platforms, simulation and embedded software development.

 

Secure your spot today!

If you have any questions, please contact mikaela.farnqvist@kista.com

About CaSA Meetups

The CaSA Meetup series creates an open, engaging environment for professionals from industry and academia to exchange ideas and learn about new innovations. It’s also a place to build connections across the ecosystem.