Best resource for picbasic

[philr]

Hello

i am trying to look at various resources either books or online for getting started with basic programming, i like to support my local library but a search did not come back with much.

I am very new to this, only just recently successfully programmed my 16f690 to blink a led, (must state the program was supplied as part of a download) but it worked so i know software & hardware are working correctly.

i am also struggling understand the vast amount of info in the datasheets for various pics etc.

i have printed out the ports etc but unable to work out how to map the pins ie which is pin 7 without actually saying port b.1 for example.

i am really keen to start programming just basic stuff which for me is a great hands on way of learning (works best for me).

thanks for your time

phil

 

[nickelflippr]

Hello

i have printed out the ports etc but unable to work out how to map the pins ie which is pin 7 without actually saying port b.1 for example.

i am really keen to start programming just basic stuff which for me is a great hands on way of learning (works best for me).

thanks for your time

phil

The compiler should be able define constants for the port pins. Like:

#define Pin7 PortC.3
    --OR--
#define Led0 PortC.0

Rather than going the book route, just start implementing the basic library's, like Port pins (digital output and input), a-d, lcd, uart, I2C, SPI etc. The compilers manual or documentation should help getting familiar with the languages syntax and command structure. There should be plenty of example code available. Then implement those tools, to create a meaningful project. For instance, a temperature readout on an lcd.

The data sheets are a necessary evil, take them in small doses when working thru the peripheral examples.

 

[Shax]

Phil,
I use Proton Picbasic, and can thoroughly recommend it. Very easy to use and understand, and it has a great support forum too.

There is a freebie download available at Proton BASIC Compiler - The Home of Proton BASIC for PIC® microcontrollers

 

[philr]

thanks for the tips, i will take a look at proton basic. Glad you recommend taking my time with the datasheets, what a mine field of info. phil