How do you place analog and digital circuits on a same board.

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Analog and digital circuits can be placed on the same board by following certain guidelines and considerations.

Separate analog and digital sections on the board to minimize interference.
Use proper grounding techniques to reduce noise and ensure signal integrity.
Keep analog and digital traces separate and avoid crossing them to prevent crosstalk.
Place decoupling capacitors near digital components to minimize voltage fluctuations.
Consider the placement of sensitive analog components away from noisy digital components.
Use shielding techniques or isolation techniques when necessary to further reduce interference.
Perform thorough testing and analysis to verify the performance of the mixed-signal design.

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