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Best Open Source Software Options for PCB Design: KiCad, Fritzing, LibrePCB

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    Ramakrishnan Pravin
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    Rick Curl
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Topic summary

The discussion focuses on identifying the best open source software options for PCB design, highlighting KiCad and gEDA as prominent free tools. KiCad is recommended for its open source nature and active community, while gEDA offers ASCII text-based data formats and includes a Gerber viewer. Other software mentioned includes Diptrace, noted for its ease of use and extensive component libraries but not open source; Eagle, popular among hobbyists but now owned by AutoDesk; and Upverter, a web-based tool acquired by Altium. Considerations include software learning curves, library availability and compatibility, export formats like Gerber for manufacturing flexibility, and personal preference for interface intuitiveness. Additional tools such as pcbWeb, Scheme-It, and cloud-based ORCAD are noted for schematic capture and PCB design. The importance of evaluating software based on future project needs and operating system compatibility is emphasized.
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