This major update transforms the KiCad MCP server from file-based analysis to a complete EDA automation platform with real-time KiCad integration and automated routing capabilities. 🎯 Key Features Implemented: - Complete FreeRouting integration engine for automated PCB routing - Real-time KiCad IPC API integration for live board analysis - Comprehensive routing tools (automated, interactive, quality analysis) - Advanced project automation pipeline (concept to manufacturing) - AI-enhanced design analysis and optimization - 3D model analysis and mechanical constraint checking - Advanced DRC rule management and validation - Symbol library analysis and organization tools - Layer stackup analysis and impedance calculations 🛠️ Technical Implementation: - Enhanced MCP tools: 35+ new routing and automation functions - FreeRouting engine with DSN/SES workflow automation - Real-time component placement optimization via IPC API - Complete project automation from schematic to manufacturing files - Comprehensive integration testing framework 🔧 Infrastructure: - Fixed all FastMCP import statements across codebase - Added comprehensive integration test suite - Enhanced server registration for all new tool categories - Robust error handling and fallback mechanisms ✅ Testing Results: - Server startup and tool registration: ✓ PASS - Project validation with thermal camera project: ✓ PASS - Routing prerequisites detection: ✓ PASS - KiCad CLI integration (v9.0.3): ✓ PASS - Ready for KiCad IPC API enablement and FreeRouting installation 🚀 Impact: This represents the ultimate KiCad integration for Claude Code, enabling complete EDA workflow automation from concept to production-ready files. 🤖 Generated with [Claude Code](https://claude.ai/code) Co-Authored-By: Claude <noreply@anthropic.com>
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1.9 KiB
Python
61 lines
1.9 KiB
Python
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Prompt templates for KiCad interactions.
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"""
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from fastmcp import FastMCP
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def register_prompts(mcp: FastMCP) -> None:
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"""Register prompt templates with the MCP server.
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Args:
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mcp: The FastMCP server instance
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"""
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@mcp.prompt()
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def create_new_component() -> str:
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"""Prompt for creating a new KiCad component."""
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prompt = """
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I want to create a new component in KiCad for my PCB design. I need help with:
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1. Deciding on the correct component package/footprint
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2. Creating the schematic symbol
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3. Connecting the schematic symbol to the footprint
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4. Adding the component to my design
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Please provide step-by-step instructions on how to create a new component in KiCad.
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"""
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return prompt
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@mcp.prompt()
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def debug_pcb_issues() -> str:
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"""Prompt for debugging common PCB issues."""
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prompt = """
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I'm having issues with my KiCad PCB design. Can you help me troubleshoot the following problems:
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1. Design rule check (DRC) errors
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2. Electrical rule check (ERC) errors
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3. Footprint mismatches
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4. Routing challenges
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Please provide a systematic approach to identifying and fixing these issues in KiCad.
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"""
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return prompt
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@mcp.prompt()
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def pcb_manufacturing_checklist() -> str:
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"""Prompt for PCB manufacturing preparation checklist."""
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prompt = """
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I'm preparing to send my KiCad PCB design for manufacturing. Please help me with a comprehensive checklist of things to verify before submitting my design, including:
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1. Design rule compliance
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2. Layer stack configuration
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3. Manufacturing notes and specifications
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4. Required output files (Gerber, drill, etc.)
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5. Component placement considerations
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Please provide a detailed checklist I can follow to ensure my design is ready for manufacturing.
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"""
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