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LibrePCB

LibrePCB is a free, cross-platform EDA suite designed for everyone from beginners to professionals. It offers an intuitive interface and smart library management, making electronic design both accessible and efficient.

LibrePCB is the open source alternative to:
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About LibrePCB

LibrePCB simplifies the process of drawing schematics and designing printed circuit boards with a powerful set of features including a user-friendly interface, smart library concepts, and a clean file format that supports version control. The tool runs on Windows, macOS, Linux and more, while offering multilingual support in 22 languages. Its integrated CLI facilitates automation and streamlined PCB fabrication service, providing an all-in-one solution for electronics design.

Key Features

  • Free & open-source with no costs, restrictions, or online accounts
  • Cross-platform compatibility on popular operating systems
  • Intuitive UI that caters to both beginners and professionals
  • Smart library management with organized, semantic libraries
  • Clean, human-readable file format suited for version control
  • CLI support for task automation and CI integration

Summary

LibrePCB empowers users to create electronics efficiently through its intuitive design environment and advanced features, without any financial or operational constraints. Its portable, multilingual platform makes PCB design both enjoyable and accessible.

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Tech Stack

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C Programming Language
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