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Create file for TPZ Monster Printed Circuit Board [PCB]
This workshop introduces the basics of KiCad, an open-source tool used to design electronic schematics and printed circuit boards (PCBs). Participants will learn how to create a basic schematic, lay out a PCB, and understand how digital designs translate into physical hardware. The session emphasizes hands-on learning and real-world applications of electronics design.
See this youtube video for starting background knowledge.
Circuit Planning & KiCad Setup
To get started we will walk through building a circuit and how to download & set up KiCad
Circuit Brainstorm & Design
Install
Open
Schematic Editor
Using Schematic Editor we will select components and build our circuit for our PCB
Component Symbols
Schematic Wiring
Assign Footprint
PCB Editor
In this section, we'll import our schematic into the PCB Editor and begin positioning components to create the physical board layout.