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KiCad vs Microsoft MakeCode Arcade

A side-by-side look at KiCad and Microsoft MakeCode Arcade. For an in-depth review of either product, follow the links below.

KiCad

KiCad

Development

KiCad is an open source electronics design automation software suite used for schematic capture, printed circuit board design, and more. It is cross-platform and licensed under GNU GPL v3.

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Microsoft MakeCode Arcade

Microsoft MakeCode Arcade

Games

Microsoft MakeCode Arcade is a free, open-source web-based platform that allows users to create retro arcade games using block coding. It features Sprite Editor, sound effects, music, overlays and hundreds of game examples to remix.

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