A circuit simulator that doesn't look like it was made in 2003 (withdiode.com)

Article summary

The article discusses a new circuit simulator with a modern interface. The simulator uses a wasm-compiled version of ngSpice for circuit simulation. The discussion reveals that the simulator has a 3D breadboard interface, which is intended to reduce friction for beginners. However, some commenters question the usefulness of a 3D interface for circuit simulation.

Main themes

• circuit simulation
• 3D interface
• skeuomorphism
• user experience
• performance issues
• circuit design
• education

What commenters say

• A 3D interface may not be the most effective way to represent complex circuits.
• The simulator's 3D interface can be confusing and difficult to use, especially for complex circuits.
• A 2D interface, such as a traditional schematic view, would be more productive and easier to work with.
• The simulator's use of skeuomorphism, such as a breadboard interface, can be helpful for beginners who want to get hands-on experience with circuit projects.
• The simulator's performance issues, such as slow loading times and unusability in certain browsers, need to be addressed.
• A tool that can translate non-breadboard circuit schematics to a breadboard layout would be useful for some users.
• The simulator's lack of features, such as inductors and transformers, limits its usefulness for certain types of circuit simulation.
• The use of a 3D interface can be beneficial for certain types of circuit simulation, such as RF or thermal simulation, but may not be necessary for other types of simulation.