easyeda2kicad.rs

A Rust library for converting EasyEDA projects to KiCad formats

Overview

easyeda2kicad.rs is a Rust-based library and toolset designed to convert PCB design files from EasyEDA to KiCad compatible formats. This project is inspired by and based on the original easyeda2kicad.py Python project, but is being transfered to Rust for nothing more than the sake of fun!

Project Goals

• Faithful Conversion: Accurately translate EasyEDA schematic, PCB, symbol, and footprint data into KiCad's formats.
• Rust-first Design: Provide a robust, idiomatic Rust API for use in other Rust projects, as well as a CLI for end users.
• Extensibility: Make it easy to add support for new features, file formats, or workflows.
• Performance: Leverage Rust's speed and safety for fast, reliable conversions.

Relationship to easyeda2kicad.py

This project is a reimplementation of the easyeda2kicad.py converter, which is a mature and widely used Python script for converting EasyEDA projects to KiCad. While the Python version is script-oriented, easyeda2kicad.rs is designed as a reusable Rust library, with the following differences:

• Language: Written in Rust, not Python.
• Architecture: Modular, library-first design for integration into other tools or GUIs.
• Performance: Faster execution and lower memory usage.
• Safety: Benefits from Rust's strict type system and memory safety.

Features

• Parse EasyEDA JSON and project files
• Convert symbols, footprints, and 3D models to KiCad-compatible formats
• Write output files for use in KiCad projects
• CLI and library usage (in progress)

Usage

Library (Rust):

use easyeda2kicad_rs::{importer, converter, file_writer};
// Example: Load an EasyEDA file, convert, and write KiCad output

CLI:

CLI usage is planned for future releases.

Project Structure

• src/ — Core Rust library code (importers, converters, writers)
• examples/ — Example usage and test conversions

Status

This project is under active development. Not all features from the Python version are implemented yet. Contributions and feedback are welcome!

License

MIT License

See also:

• easyeda2kicad.py (Python original)