Added starting Kicad checklists to project docs

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+## Kicad Checklist for Manufacturing with JLPCB
+
+- [ ] Design schematic should be complete and error-free, ensuring all components are correctly placed and connected.
+- [ ] Design footprints for each component have been created or verified against manufacturer's guidelines.
+- [ ] All passive and active components have their values correctly labeled.
+- [ ] Component placements and routing follow the manufacturer's recommendations and design rules.
+- [ ] Board layout adheres to the required standards (size, thickness, etc.).
+- [ ] Ensure there are no unconnected nets or floating nodes on the board.
+- [ ] Verify all power and ground connections are robust and able to handle the expected current.
+- [ ] Designated areas for mounting holes are present and marked correctly in the design files.
+- [ ] Create a Bill of Materials (BOM) including part numbers, quantities, and references using the KiCad tool.
+- [ ] Include any necessary decals or silkscreen text on the board layout.
+- [ ] Generate Gerber files from the PCB new tool in KiCad for manufacturing. These should include: top copper layer, bottom copper layer, drill holes, edge cuts, and other necessary layers as per your design.
+- [ ] Check that the Gerber files are free of errors and contain all required information.
+- [ ] Ensure the Gerber file format matches the manufacturer's requirements (e.g., RS-274X).
+- [ ] Save a copy of all design files in a safe location for future reference.
+- [ ] Submit the necessary manufacturing files to the selected PCB manufacturer, ensuring they are properly labeled and identified.
+- [ ] Verify that the manufacturer has received all required information and files.
+- [ ] Follow up with the manufacturer to ensure your order is being processed as expected.

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+- [ ] Check all components are placed correctly on the PCB layout.
+- [ ] Verify all traces are routed properly with no shorts or overlaps.
+- [ ] Ensure there's a clearance between traces and any copper pours.
+- [ ] Confirm that all vias are present and routed correctly.
+- [ ] Make sure the design rules for Kicad PCB are followed, including trace widths, spacings, and drill sizes.
+- [ ] Check that all components have proper footprint assignments.
+- [ ] Verify that all necessary courtyards or keepouts are present around sensitive areas.
+- [ ] Ensure all text layers (silkscreen, pin numbers) are readable and correct.
+- [ ] Confirm that all required documentation is included in the design files (schematic, board layout, gerber files).
+- [ ] Review the PCB for any potential manufacturing issues or design flaws.

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+## KiCad Schematic Checklist - initial project setup
+
+- [ ] Ensure the latest version of KiCad is installed and up-to-date.
+- [ ] Add JLPCB Fabrication Toolkit Plugin to KiCad.
+- [ ] Add JLPCB Kicad library as a submodule in kicad library folder '$ git submodule add https://github.com/CDFER/JLCPCB-Kicad-Library.git'
+- [ ] Add any custom Kicad libraries to the 'kicad_libraries' folder.
+- [ ] Stack-up aligns with manufacturer capabilities.
+- [ ] Schematic template is set up correctly with the project name, revision, and date.
+
+## ESP32 Schematic Checklist
+
+- [ ] ESP32 is correctly placed and oriented, antenna has clearance.
+- [ ] ESP32 is connected to the correct power and ground nets.
+- [ ] GPIO 34 is only used for input.
+- [ ] GPIO 35 is only used for input.
+- [ ] GPIO 36 is only used for input.
+- [ ] GPIO 39 is only used for input.
+- [ ] Do Not Use GPIO 6 (used for flash)
+- [ ] Do Not Use GPIO 7 (used for flash)
+- [ ] Do Not Use GPIO 8 (used for flash)
+- [ ] Do Not Use GPIO 9 (used for flash)
+- [ ] Do Not Use GPIO 10 (used for flash)
+- [ ] Do Not Use GPIO 11 (used for flash)
+
+## Power Supply Schematic Checklist - schematic design
+
+- [ ] For battery powered projects, ensure the battery management circuit is included.
+- [ ] Ensure reverse polarity protection is included.
+- [ ] Ensure Poly Fuses are included and sized correctly.
+
+## KiCad Schematic Checklist - schematic design
+
+- [ ] Ensure all components are correctly annotated.
+- [ ] Ensure all components are correctly placed and connected.
+- [ ] Ensure all components are correctly labeled.
+- [ ] Ensure all power and ground connections are robust and able to handle the expected current.
+- [ ] Ensure all components are correctly connected to the correct nets.
+- [ ] Ensure all components are correctly connected to the correct power and ground nets.
+- [ ] Ensure all components are correctly populated with their appropriate footprints.
+- [ ] Ensure all components are correctly connected to the correct footprints.
+- [ ] Ensure all components are correctly populated with their appropriate value.
+- [ ] Ensure all components are correctly populated with their appropriate reference designator.
+- [ ] Ensure all components are correctly populated with their appropriate part number.
+- [ ] Ensure all components are correctly populated with their appropriate manufacturer's part number.
+- [ ] Ensure all components are correctly populated with their appropriate manufacturer's datasheet.
+- [ ] Ensure all components can handle expected voltages.
+- [ ] Mark all unused pins as no connect.
+- [ ] Ensure the schematic is not missing any parts.
+- [ ] Ensure the schematic is not missing any power or ground connections.
+- [ ] Ensure the schematic is not missing any footprints.

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+      - KiCAD:
+          - Schematic: checklists/kicad_schematic.md
+          - PCB: checklists/kicad_pcb.md
+          - Manufacturing - JLPCB: checklists/kicad_jlpcb.md
       - checklists/sample.md
       - checklists/sample2.md
   - Hardware:
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