Patrick Lehmann

plc2 Design GmbH

Patrick Lehmann, a graduate of computer science from Technische Universität Dresden, Germany, embarked on his journey in computer engineering and architecture as a tutor. Over time, his focus shifted towards digital design, FPGA technology, and high-speed communication solutions such as Serial-ATA, Gigabit Ethernet, and PCI Express.

With a passion for sharing knowledge, Patrick actively engages in teaching, research, and social platforms. His research endeavors span diverse areas including in-memory database systems, Serial-ATA protocol implementation, and the integration of FPGAs into Cloud infrastructure.

Since 2017, Patrick has been an integral part of plc2 GmbH, where he serves as a trainer specializing in VHDL, OSVVM, FPGA technology, and PCI Express. His dedication and expertise led him to his current role as the Head of System Engineering at plc2 Design GmbH since 2023.

Patrick Lehmann's contributions extend beyond the confines of his workplace. He is a developer and maintainer of the PoC-Library, an open-source IP core library that transcends platforms and vendors. Additionally, he actively contributes to the GHDL project, a renowned free VHDL simulator. Notably, in 2016, he initiated the "Open Source VHDL Group," aiming to create a comprehensive collection of VHDL packages freely accessible to all.

Patrick is deeply engaged in standards development, notably within the IEEE P1076 "VHDL Analysis and Standardization Group" since 2014. His significant involvement includes detailing and drafting substantial portions of the language changes for the upcoming VHDL-2018 revision. Recognized for his contributions, Patrick was appointed as a vice-chair of the IEEE P1076 working group in 2017. Presently, he collaborates with IEEE to release all VHDL language packages as open source, while also spearheading efforts to establish a new collaborative, open-source publishing flow within IEEE.