Devlog #2: CAD Completed and Final Stretch

Quick Summary: CAD design is officially wrapped up, hardware integration is locked in, and the remaining firmware debugging is underway.

Project Status Update

First off, full transparency: the core hardware and 3D modeling phases are virtually finished.

Rather than releasing tiny micro-updates, progress is being batched into consolidated devlogs following long development blocks. A single multi-hour workflow covered the PCB layout, CAD design adjustments, and initial firmware setup.

Work Completed

CAD and 3D Modeling:

Sourced base models for the board and chess pieces that included built-in pockets for magnets.
Adjusted board dimensions and internal clearances to ensure a flush fit with the custom PCB.
Status: Complete.

Firmware and Debugging:

Began writing core logic and spent the majority of the day executing initial debugging passes.
Hardware alignment is complete; software validation is in progress.

Next Steps

Finalize PCB layout and hardware selection (Done)
Complete CAD adjustments and magnet housing design (Done)
Finish firmware programming and logic validation
Final hardware assembly and physical testing

See you in Devlog #3!