PCB design with KiCad - updated for KiCad 9

Learn KiCad like a pro and master PCB design with this comprehensive course! This course is updated for KiCad 9 and KiCad 8, providing you with the skills to create professional-quality printed circuit boards for both commercial and hobby projects.

What you'll learn:

• KiCad 9 New Features: Explore the latest enhancements in KiCad 9 with dedicated lectures covering:

  • Jobsets: Streamline project management with organized workflows.
  • Bezier Curve Tool: Utilize the new Bezier curve tool available in all KiCad editors.
  • Zone Manager: Gain enhanced control over copper pours for optimal performance.
  • Design Blocks: Re-use schematic and layout sections for efficient design.
  • Autorouter Updates: Leverage the improved autorouter for faster routing.
  • Multiple Track Drag: Modify routed traces with greater precision and ease.
  • Pad Stacks: Design with diverse copper shapes for flexible PCB layouts.
  • 3D Model Export: Improve your PCB visualization with enhanced 3D model export capabilities.
  • Precision Positioning Tool: Achieve accurate component placement.
  • Tables Feature: Organize and display structured information in schematics and layouts.
  • Selection Filter & Component Classes: Refine schematic organization and circuit design.

• Hands-on Project: Tiny Solar Power Supply: Follow a complete, step-by-step project to design a compact solar-powered regulator circuit, from schematic creation to PCB layout and manufacturing preparation.

• KiCad Recipes: Expand your skills with new recipes demonstrating the use of KiCad's integrated circuit simulator. Learn to simulate basic analog circuits directly within the schematic editor for design validation.

Who is this course for?

• Beginners: Start your PCB design journey from the ground up.
• Experienced Designers: Transition seamlessly to KiCad from other PCB design tools or previous KiCad versions.

About KiCad:

KiCad is a powerful, open-source, and free PCB design suite. It's the world's most popular open-source PCB tool, supported by a vibrant community of developers and users. This course utilizes KiCad 7 and KiCad 8 to provide practical, real-world learning experiences.

This course takes a practical, "how-to" approach, combining essential techniques with complete PCB projects. Dive in and start designing with KiCad today!