kicad ☆
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Description:
Electronics design automation suite
Type: Cask  |  Latest Version: 9.0.7@0  |  Tracked Since: Dec 28, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  @kicad_pcb  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Developer tools
Tags: eda pcb-design electronics cad hardware circuit
Install: brew install --cask kicad
About:
KiCad is a comprehensive open-source electronics design automation suite that enables the creation of professional printed circuit board designs. It provides an integrated environment for schematic capture, PCB layout, and manufacturing file generation. The tool supports advanced features like 3D visualization and extensive component libraries for complex electronic projects.
Key Features:
  • Complete EDA workflow from schematic to PCB
  • Advanced 3D viewer and visualization tools
  • Extensive library management and community resources
  • Professional manufacturing output generation
Use Cases:
  • Designing custom printed circuit boards for hobby electronics
  • Developing professional hardware prototypes and products
  • Creating educational electronics projects and coursework
Alternatives:
  • Altium Designer – Commercial, industry-standard with advanced features but expensive
  • Eagle – Autodesk's PCB design tool, now integrated with Fusion 360
  • OrCAD – Professional suite with strong enterprise support and pricing
Version History
Detected Version Rev Change Commit
Jan 2, 2026 4:25am 9.0.7 0 VERSION_BUMP bbd308f3
Aug 18, 2025 7:20pm 9.0.4 0 VERSION_BUMP f9214eaa
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