KiCad helpers and caliper improvements

· · July 12, 2026, 1:37 p.m.
Summary
This blog post discusses various improvements and tools developed by the author to streamline the process of creating circuit boards using KiCad. It shares personal experiences and specific coding solutions for common challenges faced during PCB design, such as importing geometry, exporting 3D models, and managing parts databases. The author also reflects on a project involving electronic calipers and the use of LLMs to enhance accuracy, highlighting the importance of documentation and experimentation in engineering work.
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