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@Pablomonte Pablomonte released this 30 Oct 20:27
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Changelog

All notable changes to this project will be documented in this file.

The format is based on Keep a Changelog,
and this project adheres to Semantic Versioning.

Unreleased

Planned

  • Auto-routing support
  • Web UI for visual interaction
  • Component database integration (Octopart, LCSC)
  • Multi-board project support
  • Enhanced DRC with custom rules
  • 3D model management

1.0.0 - 2025-10-21

Added

Core Features

  • Complete MCP server implementation for KiCad PCB design
  • AI client using Claude 3.5 Sonnet for natural language interaction
  • 12 comprehensive tools for PCB design and fabrication
  • Async/await architecture throughout
  • Mock mode for testing without KiCad

Fabrication Tools

  • export_gerber: Export Gerber files (RS-274X format, all standard layers)
  • export_drill_files: Export drill files (Excellon format, PTH/NPTH)
  • export_fabrication_package: Complete fabrication package as ZIP
  • export_bom: Bill of Materials export (CSV format)
  • export_position_file: Pick-and-place positions (CSV format)

Verification & Layout Tools

  • run_drc: Design Rule Check integration
  • fill_zones: Copper zone management
  • get_track_info: Track/trace information

Basic Tools

  • place_component: Precise component placement
  • list_components: Component enumeration with positions
  • read_netlist: Netlist information
  • get_board_info: Board specifications

Flatpak Integration

  • Full KiCad 9.0.5 Flatpak support
  • run_with_flatpak.sh: Launcher script with filesystem access
  • kicad_flatpak_setup.sh: Automatic dependency installer
  • check_kicad.py: Environment checker with auto-detection

Testing

  • 20 comprehensive tests covering all tools
  • test_server.py: Basic server tests
  • test_fabrication.py: Extended fabrication tests
  • 100% test pass rate

Documentation

  • README.md (11KB): Complete user guide
  • FABRICATION.md (13KB): Fabrication tools documentation
  • QUICKSTART.md: 5-minute setup guide
  • PROJECT_STATUS.md: Implementation summary
  • SUMMARY.md: Technical overview
  • CONTRIBUTING.md: Development guidelines

Example Project

  • Olivia Control v0.2 fabrication files included
  • Complete Gerber set, drill files, BOM, and position file
  • Ready-to-manufacture ZIP package

Technical Details

  • Compatibility: KiCad 9.0.5, Python 3.10+
  • AI Model: Claude 3.5 Sonnet
  • Protocol: Model Context Protocol (MCP) 1.0+
  • Platforms: Linux (primary), macOS/Windows (untested)

Known Limitations

  • DRC integration is basic (requires KiCad 7+ API for full support)
  • Auto-routing not yet implemented
  • Single board per session
  • No direct 3D model management

Version History

Release Notes - v1.0.0

First stable release of KiCad MCP Integration.

Highlights:

  • Production-ready AI-assisted PCB design
  • Complete fabrication workflow
  • Flatpak support for KiCad 9.0.5
  • Comprehensive documentation
  • 20/20 tests passing

Use Cases:

  • AI-assisted PCB design and layout
  • Automated fabrication file generation
  • Manufacturing preparation
  • Component placement optimization
  • PCB design education

Tested With:

  • Olivia Control v0.2 (51 components, 90x100mm, 2-layer board)
  • KiCad 9.0.5 Flatpak on Linux Mint 22.2
  • Fabrication compatibility: JLCPCB, PCBWay, OSH Park

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