Arduino PCB Design Course for Beginners - 2021

Learn how to design and manufacture custom Arduino printed circuit boards (PCBs) in this comprehensive 3-hour video course. Master the fundamentals of PCB design using Altium Designer, one of the industry's leading tools. Begin with an introduction to the software and interface, then progress through creating component symbols, PCB footprints, and 3D models. Explore schematic design, component placement, routing techniques, and error elimination. Gain practical skills in generating manufacturing files and understanding where to get PCBs produced. Perfect for beginners looking to take Arduino projects into production or aspiring PCB designers seeking to enhance their skills for freelancing or employment opportunities.

- Introduction
- NextPCB
- Downloading and Install Altium
- Obtaining an Altium License
- Altium Interface Fundamentals
- Creating the Atmega Part 1 - Component Symbol
- Creating the Atmega Part 2 - PCB Footprint
- Creating Diode Components
- Creating PCB Headers
- Adding 3D Bodies to Components
- Placing Components in Schematic View
- Wiring Schematics using Net Labels
- Keeping things Clean in Schematic
- Annotating Designators and Compile Project
- Defining board shape
- Placing Components
- Routing and AutoRouting
- Eliminating Errors and Design Rule Check DRC
- Cleaning up PCB Design
- Generating Gerber Files and Bill of Materials BOM
- Where to get your PCB's Manufactured