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+ | ===== Gerber ===== | ||
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+ | A Gerber is a 2D binary vector image that describes every single layer of the PCB design. For instance, one Gerber describes the silk screen while the other describes the top, copper layer. | ||
===== GIT repository ===== | ===== GIT repository ===== | ||
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===== GPIO ===== | ===== GPIO ===== | ||
- | General-purpose input/ | + | General-purpose input/ |
GPIO pins (generally) have no predefined purpose, and go unused by default. Normally these are Tri-State pins. | GPIO pins (generally) have no predefined purpose, and go unused by default. Normally these are Tri-State pins. | ||
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In modern ' | In modern ' | ||
- | Most modern low voltage and low power electronic circuits are NOT referenced to the Earth, but the name Ground (aka GND) or Earth persists as the reference point, but more correctly its name is ' | + | Most modern low voltage and low power electronic circuits are NOT referenced to the Earth, but that name or Ground (aka GND) persists as the reference point, but more correctly its name is ' |
- | Above a certain threshold of Voltage or Power (or where a metal case/ | + | However, above a certain threshold of Voltage or Power or where a metal case/ |
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