KiCad Master Library

KiCad Master Library (KML) collects FEAST-specific custom KiCad assets alongside curated upstream vendor libraries. Each third-party library is tracked as a Git submodule so the project can pin known-good revisions while keeping updates straightforward.

Repository layout

  • KML-Custom/: FEAST maintained symbol, footprint, and 3D model library.
  • arduino-kicad-library/: upstream Arduino module symbols and footprints.
  • digikey-kicad-library/: Digi-Key reference symbols and footprints.
  • SparkFun-KiCad-Libraries/: SparkFun maintained symbols, footprints, and 3D models.
  • OPL_Kicad_Library/: Seeed Studio Open Parts Library (OPL) content.

Use the guides below for hands-on setup and contribution workflows.

Supported KiCad versions

Use KiCad 9.x stable for editing and day-to-day use. These libraries are authored and tested with KiCad 9.0-series builds. Prior major versions are not supported because of format and feature changes across major releases. Refer to the official KiCad 9.0 release notes for detailed compatibility guidance.

File format notes

KML uses the KiCad 9.x symbol and footprint formats. Avoid depending on the numeric version headers inside the library files; KiCad guarantees compatibility within a major series, but a future major release may require migration. Review the 9.0 library format documentation before upgrading the toolchain.

Keeping the libraries current 

git pull origin main
git submodule update --init --recursive

Run those commands from the repository root whenever you need the latest upstream changes. Update individual submodules with the usual git submodule update --remote <path> workflow when you want to track newer vendor releases.

Next steps

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