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various check lists to avoid screwing up electronic manufacturing projects
before designing
after designing
schematic:
board:
run rats nest to ensure all is connected
run DRC
ensure outline is present and uses 0.1 mm lines
ensure the text next to the LEDs, header pins, and test points are the right ones
place project/board name and version
place ordering number text under a component, or on panel rails
place reference designators for assembly
check solder mask (e.g. tented holes) and solder paste (e.g. through hole pins)
check outline copper pullback
check output gerbers
print gerber and place components to check footprints (particularly if new) and spacing