From Rats Nest to a complete PCB layout in 10 steps // Designing a LoRa-GPS tracker in KiCad

#pcb #layout #kicad In this video, I share some steps to take our PCB design from a bare rats nest to a complete PCB layout. I had episodes where I tried to finish my routes, but it got messier and messier because I went in without any process or thoughts. I did some research and here I share 10 steps that we can take to make the routing a lot easier. As the classic saying goes “PCB design is 90% placement and 10% routing“. ‣ Some links below are affiliate. I receive a small commission at no extra cost to you. ⏰ TIMESTAMPS and LINKS 0:00 Intro Getting to Blinky course 1:12 Step 1 - Schematic 1:47 Step 2 - Grid 2:27 Step 3 - Net Classes PCBWay Capabilities 3:09 Step 4 - Component placement 4:21 Step 5 - Physical considerations 18650 battery 5:21 Step 6 - PCB Outline 6:16 Step 7 - Silkscreen 6:48 Step 8 - Filled Zones 7:34 Step 9 - Routing 8:37 S