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kicad-studio

Active·★ 27·MIT·Updated 2026-05-16
★ Trending★ API Integration★ Data Processing

VS Code extension that turns KiCad projects into an interactive workspace with schematic/PCB viewers, DRC/ERC diagnostics, BOM/netlist inspection, manufacturing exports, AI tools, and MCP integration.

KiCad Studio is a VS Code extension that provides a comprehensive KiCad development environment. It enables viewing schematics and PCBs, running design and electrical rule checks, exporting manufacturing files, and integrating with AI tools via kicad-mcp-pro. Supports KiCad 9 and 10 with various features.

#ai-tools#bom#drc#eda#erc#kicad#manufacturing#mcp
$ Install
$ code --install-extension oaslananka.kicadstudio
↗ Visit site★ GitHub
01

Features

01Interactive schematic and PCB viewing
02DRC/ERC diagnostics mapped to the VS Code Problems panel
03Fabrication and documentation exports (Gerber, drill, IPC-2581, ODB++, DXF, BOM, netlist, 3D, etc.)
04Variants, DRC rules, and AI fix queue sidebars
05Optional AI providers (Claude, OpenAI, GitHub Copilot, Gemini) and MCP integration
02

Compatibility

Windows
Windows
Verified via docs
macOS
macOS
Verified via docs
Linux
Linux
Verified via docs
03

Quick start

1
$ code --install-extension oaslananka.kicadstudio
04

Use cases

↳View and inspect KiCad schematics and PCBs directly in VS Code
↳Automate DRC/ERC checks and export manufacturing outputs
↳Use AI-assisted design review and fix suggestions via MCP
05

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Comments

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  • R
    Rowan JohnsonApr 12, 2026

    KiCad integration in VS Code with AI assistance makes PCB design more accessible.

  • J
    Justice HarrisApr 11, 2026

    Interactive workspace for KiCad projects without leaving the editor.

  • E
    Elliot AndersonApr 9, 2026

    Brings the familiar VS Code workflow to electronics design.

  • H
    Harley ClarkApr 1, 2026

    Good for hardware engineers who want AI assistance during PCB design.

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GitHub Stars★ 27
Last commit2w ago
StatusActive
LicenseMIT
CategoryData Processing
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