KiCad: Unlocked
Maximize flow, master every corner of KiCad, and make, better and faster.
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If you want maximum productivity and to squeeze the most out of KiCad's awesome features, I've launched the KiCad:Unlocked course to get you from idea to PCB, fast.
It is packed with information along with a full project walk-through.
This course covers everything from git to gerber, through design and DRC, and goes into deeper corners and hidden tricks, so you can optimize the process and be an even more kick-ass circuit making machine.
That's 39 modules going into detail on a decade's worth of strategies and tools you need to make awesome boards, and do it fast.
You may preview a selection of those modules right now, and the course is available for purchase and instant access, but I don't want to leave anyone behind because of $$ so I'm sponsoring those who need it with "community code" access (see below).
Recent Feedback
This is the most in-depth resource I've had the pleasure to take, I REALLY WISH something like this was out when I first started. This is the missing link in electronics that even universities miss. LOVED THIS!!!!
- Ray B.
Hi Pat! Thanks for sharing this great course! You are a great teacher and the videos are not just educational but also fun to watch :-)
- Christian R.
I really loved the parts where you introduced some efficiency tricks, one can see that you definitely take those quite seriously. Thank you so much for making this course available, it arrived exactly when I was considering a move from Altium to Kicad and it was very valuable to me.
- Alexander P.
Two options to Meet your Needs
Go at your own pace, and get live support if you want it.
Full course access
$400
If you want all the goods in a self-directed package to take at your own pace. Includes
- A full design walk-through, from A-Z, split into 39 modules and manageable chunks
- Tips, techniques and resources to smooth and speed design and layout
- Deep dives and explorations of all the corners of KiCad
Course + Live Support
$750
Want more support and live interaction on your specific challenges? Choose this with:
- All the course contents, walk-through, tips, deep dives
- 3 Months access to multiple office hour slots every week, to have questions answered and go into the finer points
- Any promo code you have would work here, too, and give a steep discount
Preview the course Now
A selection of modules are available to view right now, to get a taste of the course and its contents, this includes
- My #1 tool for staying in maximum flow
- A deep look at nets and labels
- Wicked strategies for getting custom symbols ready in a snap
- and more
And look for the "Jump Here" buttons to access the available modules.
Ready to unlock maximum KiCad?
When you're ready to get the most out of your schematic capture and layout time, register for the course to get started today.
Community Access
Because you, KiCad and this community are awesome I'm offering it optionally for free to students and those in need.
[Community Code for Free Access]
This comprehensive KiCad course, packed with tens of modules split into over 90 short videos of expert techniques and walkthroughs, is priced at $400.
Your purchase fuels more high-quality, resources like this.
If $400 is out of reach, I’m committed to keeping knowledge accessible.
Email me with your name and a sentence about your situation and why you’re excited to learn KiCad to get a community code for full free access. Limited to /week, otherwise will respond within 1-3 business days (check Spam / junk folder if you don't see it!)
Paid users, thank you—you’ll unlock exclusive perks like additional material and courses and helping shape future content. Join us and let’s keep building the future of open-source education!