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Blog • Jul 7, 2025
Understanding Systems Engineering

Read our brand-new article where we explore the key areas of an engineering project and the different stages of electronic product development from a project execution perspective. From initiation and planning to design, development, validation, testing, and certification, we walk you through each phase to help you understand how successful electronic products are brought to life.

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How-To's • Jul 3, 2025
Do PCB Thermal Vias Actually Work?

Are thermal vias really helping your PCB’s heat management? Tech Consultant Zach Peterson dives into simulation data, research, and a controversial article to uncover the truth. Learn why via count and spacing matter more than sheer quantity.

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Blog • Jul 2, 2025
PCB First-Pass Yield: Small Decisions That Make a Big Difference

This article highlights how seemingly minor layout choices like trace spacing, component footprints, or stack-up details can dramatically impact whether a board passes fabrication and assembly the first time.

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Blog • Jul 1, 2025
Implementing Design for Supply Chain Principles in Electronic Product Development

Designing with supply chain principles in mind helps you avoid delays, reduce costs, and ensure manufacturability. This article outlines practical strategies for component selection, sourcing, and lifecycle management to make your designs more resilient and production-ready.

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How-To's • Jun 30, 2025
Stripline Routing Deep Dive: How Close Is Too Close?

In this video, Zach Peterson takes a deep dive into what happens when reference layers are incorrectly set in a PCB stackup and how that affects impedance, signal integrity, and EMC. He also shares valuable insights into stripline routing proximity issues and best practices for assigning reference planes.

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Blog • Jun 27, 2025
Beyond the BOM: How Proactive Component Selection Is Transforming Workflows

Learn how proactive component selection helps you avoid supply chain risks, reduce costs, and design more reliably. Our new article outlines key strategies and shows how tools like Altium 365 support smarter part decisions.

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Blog • Jun 26, 2025
Power Integrity Issues?

Power problems can be hard to spot until it’s too late. See how easy it is to analyze your power nets, check voltage drops, and improve reliability with Power Analyzer by Keysight - all without leaving your design environment.

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New in Altium Designer 25 • Jun 25, 2025
Coming Soon: Solder Mask Zero Expansion

Solder Mask Zero Expansion marks a move toward industry alignment, specifically with IPC-7351B and IPC-2581B standards. It changes the default solder mask expansion value from 4 mil to 0 mil. Discover more upcoming updates on our Coming Soon Page.

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Blog • Jun 24, 2025
How to Design High-Speed PCBs Without Signal Surprises

Signal issues can sneak in early and cost you later. Read our whitepaper to see how Signal Analyzer by Keysight (inside Altium Designer) helps you catch problems fast and design with confidence.

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How-To's • Jun 20, 2025
Analog Supply without a Ferrite: Proper Isolation Techniques Explained

In our new tutorial, you'll learn why ferrite beads may not be the best choice for isolating analog and digital supply pins on integrated circuits. Zach Peterson debunks common misconceptions about ferrite bead isolation and introduces better alternatives, including dedicated LDOs, precision voltage references, and effective filtering techniques to help you achieve cleaner analog signals in your designs.

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Blog • Jun 18, 2025
Beyond Basic Part Selection: Using Supply Chain Data to Validate Choices

Learn how to enhance part selection by using real-time supply chain data. This article shows how integrating insights like availability and lifecycle status helps you make smarter, risk-aware design choices.

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Blog • Jun 17, 2025
Signal Mistakes Are Expensive

See how the Signal Analyzer by Keysight in Altium Designer lets you run signal integrity checks directly within your design environment. Read our article to learn how to effectively manage impedance, return paths, stackups, and more.

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Enhanced Constraint Manager in Altium Designer 25 • Jun 16, 2025
Enhanced Constraint Manager in Altium Designer 25. Part II: Physical Constraints and Routing Differential Pairs

In the second video of Samer Aldhaher’s "Enhanced Constraint Manager" series, we continue designing a 1 kW, 400 V brushless DC motor driver. This episode focuses on setting physical constraints using constraint sets, routing differential pairs, and demonstrating the Auto Shrinking feature in Altium Designer 25.

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Altium Designer's 25 Quantitative Benefits • Jun 13, 2025
Auto-tuning Your Way to Faster PCB Design

Watch how the Auto Tuning feature in Altium Designer 25 delivers optimized DDR4 routing in a single click! Fewer steps, massive time savings. Try our Benefit Calculator to estimate your own time and cost savings.

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Blog • Jun 12, 2025
Twice the Insight. One Seamless Simulation Bundle

Ensure power and signal integrity with the Keysight Bundle in Altium Designer. Catch issues early, reduce rework, and optimize your PCBs - all within one integrated environment featuring Signal & Power Analyzer.

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Enhanced Constraint Manager in Altium Designer 25 • Jun 9, 2025
Enhanced Constraint Manager in Altium Designer 25. Part I: From Directives to Creepage Rules

We are introducing a new video series on the Enhanced Constraint Manager in Altium Designer 25. In the first chapter, Samer Aldhaher demonstrates how to define net classes, apply clearance and creepage rules, and validate constraints within both the schematic and PCB. The video uses a 1kW, 400V brushless DC motor driver project to illustrate real-world applications.

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Blog • Jan 15, 2025
Save Time and Prevent Errors in Cable Harness Design Today

Our new article explores best practices and tools for streamlining cable harness design workflows. Learn how to minimize errors, save time, and enhance collaboration by leveraging advanced features in Altium Designer.

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Blog • Jan 14, 2025
Mastering EMI Control in PCB Design: How to Design PCBs for Low EMI

This article by Dario Fresu delves into effective techniques for designing PCBs to reduce electromagnetic interference (EMI). It covers key topics such as stackup selection, routing strategies, and grounding best practices, offering actionable insights for improved performance.

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Blog • Jan 10, 2025
Altium and Renesas’ Role in Enabling Economy 4.0 is the Subject of New Documentary

Altium and Renesas are featured in a new CBS-produced documentary exploring how digitalization and cloud platforms are revolutionizing electronics production for Economy 4.0, driving efficiency and accelerating innovation.

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Blog • Jan 8, 2025
Avoid Wiring Errors with Tools Tailored for Harness-to-PCB Integration

Discover how to streamline your wiring projects with advanced harness and PCB integration tools in Altium Designer. This article explores techniques to prevent wiring errors, enhance collaboration, and ensure accurate design documentation for complex projects.

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Blog • Dec 24, 2024
Happy Holidays!!!

Altium wishes you all the best this holiday season! May this time be filled with joy, laughter, and cherished moments with your family and friends. We also extend our warmest wishes for a Happy New Year 2025!

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Blog • Dec 16, 2024
What Is Wire Harness Design?

Explore our latest article to learn the fundamentals of wire harness design, its key components, and how it ensures organized, efficient, and reliable electrical systems across automotive, aerospace, and medical sectors.

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Blog • Dec 6, 2024
How to Determine Ferrite Bead Circuit Model Parameters

Learn how to accurately determine ferrite bead circuit model parameters for effective noise suppression in high-speed PCB designs. This article explores key concepts, measurement techniques, and practical tips for modeling ferrite beads in your projects.

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Blog • Dec 3, 2024
Mastering EMI Control in PCB Design: How to Choose the Stackup for EMC Design

This article by Dario Fresu, part of the Mastering EMI Control in PCB Design series, explores strategies for selecting PCB stackups to optimize EMC performance. It offers actionable tips for balancing cost, manufacturability, and signal integrity in your designs.

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Blog • Nov 26, 2024
AI Vision with the Kria KV260 Vision AI Starter Kit

Discover AI-driven vision capabilities with the Kria KV260 Vision AI Starter Kit, presented by Ari Mahpour. Ideal for prototyping vision solutions, this kit offers an accessible entry point into advanced AI applications.

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Blog • Nov 20, 2024
Model-Based Systems Engineering in the Era of Digital Twins: A Paradigm Shift in PCB and Electronics Design

Explore how Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) integrates with digital twins to enhance design accuracy, collaboration, and lifecycle management in modern engineering projects. This approach bridges the gap between physical systems and digital models, enabling real-time simulation and optimization.

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Blog • Nov 14, 2024
Wire Bonding in Altium Designer

The Wire Bonding in Altium Designer article highlights how Altium Designer 25’s wire bonding feature streamlines complex designs for advanced assemblies like 3D stacked dies and RF modules. This tool enhances efficiency and precision, catering to modern electronic design needs.

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Blog • Nov 11, 2024
Altium Designer 25: Pioneering Collaboration, Product Development, and Advanced Simulation

Altium Designer 25 introduces groundbreaking features for seamless collaboration and precision in PCB design, from PCB CoDesign to advanced simulation and MCAD tools. Discover how AD25 is transforming electronic product development.

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Blog • Oct 31, 2024
Wire Bonding: Modern Applications, Technology Trends and Cost Considerations

Explore the future of wire bonding, from new applications to cost-saving trends, in this article by Samer Aldhaher. Stay updated on key innovations in this essential connection technology.

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Blog • Oct 29, 2024
Maximizing Efficiency: A Deep Dive into Altium 365 Jira Integration Features

Discover how Altium 365’s Jira integration can streamline collaboration and keep projects running smoothly with real-time design updates and task tracking. Perfect for teams seeking efficiency!

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Blog • Oct 22, 2024
Optimize PCB Design with Integrated BOM and CAD Systems

Discover how integrating BOM management and CAD systems can streamline your PCB design process in this insightful article. Learn how combining these tools enables smoother collaboration, reduces errors, and improves design efficiency, helping you optimize your workflows from concept to manufacturing.

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Blog • Oct 9, 2024
The Essential Guide to Through-Hole Resistors

Resistors are fundamental components in electronic circuits, essential for controlling current and voltage. This article explores their basic principles, types, and key applications, helping you understand their crucial role in electronics.

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How-To's • Sep 3, 2024
EMI Solutions for Six-Layer PCB Stackups: A PCB Designer's Guide

In our brand new video, our host Zach Peterson explores essential EMI solutions for six-layer PCB stackups, ensuring your designs achieve peak performance and reliability. Stay tuned as he delves into common issues, practical tips, and a detailed Altium Designer example to help you optimize your PCB designs.

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New in Altium Designer 24 • Aug 30, 2024
Elevate Your Design Skills: Tips & Tricks for Success - Recording Preview

Unlock essential PCB design tips and tricks in our latest webinar recording. Learn how to streamline your workflow, tackle common challenges, and boost your productivity with Altium Designer. Check the recording here: COM August Webinar.

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Octopart • Aug 27, 2024
Finding Alternate Microcontroller Units (MCUs): Alternate Parts Series: Pt. 4

Join Phil Salmony in the next part of our series dedicated to navigating the complexities of component substitutions. In this chapter, we'll demonstrate how to use Octopart to find suitable alternate microcontroller units (MCUs). Octopart will guide you in narrowing down critical parameters, helping you select the right component for your specific application.

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Kickstart Your Rigid-Flex Journey • Aug 21, 2024
Kickstart Your Rigid-Flex Journey: Part I - Introduction to Our Walkthrough Project

Join Piet Callemeyn in our new 4-part series on Rigid-Flex technology! Discover the full design process, from theory to final integration—perfect for all tech enthusiasts! Catch the premiere episode where our host breaks down the theory, use cases, and stackups of Rigid-Flex technology.

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New in Altium Designer 24 • Aug 20, 2024
Achieve Perfect Signal Integrity: Introducing SI Analyzer by Keysight

The new SI Analyzer by Keysight lets you run signal integrity simulations directly in Altium Designer. Designed for speed and simplicity, it features an intuitive interface and provides helpful tips for a seamless experience. Learn more in our new introduction video about this feature.

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Altium Stories • Aug 16, 2024
Altium's Role in Accelerating Muddy Machines' Farming Robots

Is Altium Designer and Altium 365 can help in a food production industry? The answer is YES! Check how our software helps Muddy Machines be more efficient in a farming robots development process.

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LDO Regulator Essentials • Aug 13, 2024
LDO Regulator Essentials: From Basics to Advanced. Part III: Stability Analysis

Join us for the third installment of our LDO Regulator Essentials series with Rafał Stępień. In this session, we'll dive into stability analysis using AC sweep simulations and explore how to address instabilities or phase and frequency response.

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Import Component Footprints Faster with Altium Designer • Aug 8, 2024
Import Component Footprints Faster with Altium Designer. Part III: Supply Chain Intelligence

Discover how to leverage supply chain intelligence in Altium Designer! Piet Callemeyn demonstrates enhancing Manufacturer Part Search with real-time data on component availability and pricing in the last chapter of the series about component creation.

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Altium Stories • Aug 6, 2024
Robotic Harvest: Securing Our Food Future

See how Altium's PCB design software, including Multi-board System Design and Harness Design capabilities, supports Muddy Machines, a company building autonomous robots for use in the agriculture industry. This video demonstrates the vital role of technology in creating resilient and efficient agricultural practices for the future.

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Octopart • Aug 2, 2024
Finding Alternate Field-Effect Transistors: Alternate Parts Series: Pt. 3

In Part 3 of "Expert Insights on Alternative Parts" series, Phil Salmony will demonstrate how Octopart identifies suitable alternative field-effect transistors (FETs). Octopart assists in narrowing down parameters to select the right component for any application. Learn to navigate Octopart's search and filtering tools to choose the best MOSFETs for your specific application.

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New in Altium Designer 24 • Jul 31, 2024
Stay Ahead of the Curve: A Half-Year Review of Altium Designer Improvements - Recording Preview

In the last six months, we have implemented significant enhancements in Schematic Capture, PCB Design, and Harness Design in Altium Designer 24. Check out our webinar recording to learn how these new capabilities can keep you ahead in the electronics industry. You can find it here: July COM Webinar Recording

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Altium Stories • Jul 29, 2024
How Skeleton Technologies Uses Altium Solutions

Explore how Skeleton Technologies is transforming industries with their innovative supercapacitors made from “Curved Graphene” materials. These advancements are not only powering AI data centers and stabilizing electrical grids but are also unlocking new energy opportunities and driving progress towards a net-zero future.

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LDO Regulator Essentials • Jul 25, 2024
LDO Regulator Essentials: From Basics to Advanced. Part II: Voltage Drop and Regulation

We are returning to our LDO Regulator Essentials series. In this installment, we will focus on understanding the required dropout voltage, detecting when the regulator is out of regulation, and analyzing the performance of the LDO under higher current conditions.

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LDO Regulator Essentials • Jul 18, 2024
LDO Regulator Essentials: From Basics to Advanced. Part I: Basics

We invite you to join us for a new video series on LDO (Low Dropout) Regulators. In this series, we will cover everything you need to know about LDO regulators, from fundamental theory to practical implementation. In the first video, we will begin with an in-depth chapter on the theory behind these devices and their implementation in Altium Designer.

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Wearable Design Project • Jul 10, 2024
Wearable Design Project - Part VII: PCB Layout part III

Check out the final installment of the video series on the Wearable Design Project. In this video, you will learn how to set the rigid and flex parts of the design, modify the board for the project, and complete the PCB routing. For a deeper dive into this project, you can find it on our Altium Community Workspace.

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New in Altium Designer 24 • Jul 9, 2024
Optimize Connections and PCB Design with Wire Bonding

Experience our new wire bonding feature, designed to enhance connection integrity and improve PCB design efficiency. One of the main capabilities includes support for chip-up wire bonding configurations and easy validation of bond wiring in 3D view. Don’t miss this opportunity—participate in our Beta Program and be among the first engineers to explore this impressive feature.

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Ansys
On-Demand Webinar • Apr 7, 2024
A Seamless Connection Between ECAD and Simulation
Altium and Ansys have partnered to solve the most time-consuming steps in between and even further developed a seamless integration and structured approach.
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On-Demand Webinar • Mar 29, 2024
Streamline Your Product Development - Altium 365 Cloud PLM Integration with Arena® PLM
Watch the webinar to discover how Altium 365 Cloud PLM Integration with Arena® can optimize your electronics product development processes. Discover the seamless connection between Altium 365 and the leading Cloud PLM system, designed to automate data flow, eliminate manual input, and minimize errors that lead to costly rework.
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On-Demand Webinar • Mar 18, 2024
Data Security and Access Controls for Electronics Development Teams
Watch the webinar that brings together the expertise of Altium 365 and AWS to introduce the specialized Altium 365 GovCloud within the robust AWS GovCloud infrastructure. This session is designed for IT and security professionals seeking advanced data protection and access control solutions for their electronics development teams.
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Harness design
On-Demand Webinar • Mar 12, 2024
Unlock Complete System Design with Altium Designer 24
Join us in this webinar where you'll gain valuable insights into optimizing your design workflow, enhancing productivity, and overcoming common challenges faced in multi-board design projects.
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On-Demand Webinar • Mar 8, 2024
Apply Modern Requirements and Systems Engineering for Faster Product Development
Watch the webinar to explore the future of electronics product development, focusing on Altium’s recent acquisition of Valispace. Understand how Valispace transforms requirements management and systems engineering, fostering enhanced collaboration, speeding up design processes, and leading to better products.
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On-Demand Webinar • Feb 29, 2024
Can Agile Development Work for Hardware? 3 Critical Elements for Success
Watch the webinar to explore the benefits of agile methodologies and how they can be translated into the physical world of hardware development!
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power analyzed on a pcb
On-Demand Webinar • Feb 26, 2024
Efficient Thermal Management with SPICE Simulation in Altium Designer 24
Uncover the art of predicting and refining circuit behavior using cutting-edge simulation tools within Altium Designer.
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High speed
On-Demand Webinar • Feb 20, 2024
Advanced Techniques to design and optimize your High-Speed PCBs with Altium Designer
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Pcb co design
On-Demand Webinar • Feb 20, 2024
PCB CoDesign in Altium Designer Demo
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Harness design
On-Demand Webinar • Feb 20, 2024
Harness Design Demonstration
Discover how to streamline your cable harness design process using Altium's newest features—faster, simpler, and more integrated than ever before. Watch now and see how you can take your projects to the next level!
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Ansys
On-Demand Webinar • Feb 20, 2024
Seamless Connection Between ECAD and Simulation Environment Using Ansys CoDesigner
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PCB CoDesign Webinar
On-Demand Webinar • Jan 24, 2024
Discover How Altium Designer 24 Revolutionizes Team Dynamics in PCB Design
Expand your collaboration skills and stay ahead of the curve with PCB CoDesign. Design teams often grapple with prolonged design cycles and coordination issues, leading to delays and inefficiencies. In the current landscape, design processes are hindered by fragmented collaboration, resulting in increased layout times and difficulties in synchronizing design updates.
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faster electronics design
On-Demand Webinar • Nov 30, 2023
Empowering Faster Electronics Development with Altium Designer 24
Revolutionize your approach to electronic product development and unlock the full potential of collaborative design. Join us as we discover how Altium Designer 24's intuitive and intelligent design platform empowers engineers and design teams to accomplish tasks with precision and speed, leading to enhanced efficiency and accelerated project timelines.
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Gerber
On-Demand Webinar • Jul 20, 2020
From '0' to Gerber in 36.5 minutes
See how easy it is to create prototypes from scratch and automatically generate manufacturing files and standardized documentation using Altium Designer.
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