Microchip PIC Microcontrollers

What microcontrollers does Microchip specialize in?

Microchip specializes in 8-bit, 16-bit, and 32-bit PIC microcontrollers.

How do I choose a Microchip microcontroller?

• Microchip Advanced Part Selector from Microchip
• Information about PIC microcontrollers database

What software do I need to install to program a Microchip microcontroller?

• MPLAB® X Integrated Development Environment (IDE) from Microchip
• MPLAB® Code Configurator graphical programming environment from Microchip

What hardware do I need to program a Microchip microcontroller?

Check the manufacturer's web page for the specific microcontroller you are using for specific information on the hardware you need to program it.

• PICkit 3 In-Circuit Debugger from Microchip
• MPLAB ICD 3 In-Circuit Debugger from Microchip

What do I need to consider when designing a printed circuit board (PCB) that includes a Microchip microcontroller?

See the microcontroller data sheet for information on PCB layout and external component considerations.

• Compiled Tips 'N Tricks Guide from Microchip

How do I use MPLAB® X?

• Microchip.com

What online forums focus on Microchip microcontrollers?

• Microchip Developer Help from Microchip
• MicrocontrollerBoard.com

Where do I find code examples and tutorials for Microchip microcontrollers?

• Code Examples from Microchip
• PIC Tutorials from Gooligum Electronics (some free)

What resources exist for the PIC16F887 microcontroller?

• PIC Microcontrollers by Milan Verle

What resources exist for PIC24 microcontrollers?

• PIC24 Tutorial from Engscope