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Getting Started with PIC Microcontroller Programming for Beginners

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Topic summary

For beginners interested in PIC microcontroller programming, starting with the Picaxe series is recommended due to its ease of use and BASIC programming language, which is widely accessible and supported by free software and manuals. Essential hardware includes a USB programming cable and a breadboard with basic components. Various PIC training and development boards are available from suppliers such as Gooligum Electronics, MikroElektronika, Microchip, Kanda, AMS, Flowcode, and EduPIC, offering different levels of support and integrated development environments (IDEs). Programming methods have evolved from manual chip removal and programming to using dedicated programmers like the PICkit 2 and PICkit 3, which provide more efficient flash programming, though cost and availability can be limiting factors. Online resources with beginner projects, code examples, schematics, and tutorials are valuable for learning, including sites like rentron.com and eeweb.com. Despite some outdated methods still being used in resource-limited environments, investing in modern programmers and development tools is advised for a smoother learning experience.
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