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You’ve designed a nice PCB layout and want to order a bunch made? Before submitting the order, be sure to check if your component fit physically using this simple method.

Doing an easy PCB pre-order check [link][via]

This simple project shows you how to drive a RGB LED with a PIC. Interesting, colorful, and expandable. With a little work, you can replicate the Ford Focus’ best feature with this: its configurable interior lighting.

How to drive a RGB LED with a PIC [link][via]

So you’ve designed a nice circuit and laid it out on your trusty breadboard. Time to move on and make a permanent version of it. You can always use stripboard and obtain a sloppy yet functional version of your circuit, or go all out and print your own circuit board. Homemade PCBs produce professional looking results without the overhead of dealing with a third party. An excellent option if you’re just making a few instances of your circuit.

This nice how-to shows you how to do that. Just make sure you dispose of the chemicals properly when you’re done. The sink isn’t an option here.

How to Make Printed circuit boards [link][via]