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Hi,
I'm John Main,
If you need a Great
Start
in microcontroller C programming then this is
the:
'Ideal Course
For You"
It teaches you
C
programming
by executing Fully
Debugged code on
'real
hardware'.
Why this course?
This course:
- Teaches fundamentals
of *practical* C programming.
- Starts from the very
beginning - no coding
experience needed.
- Starts you using hardware in
the very first course
module.
- You will learn
the theory and then *see*
the code in action.
You
will understand
how and why
the C code works.
All this adds up to the fact that
You Will:
Each module has been tested and Fully
Debugged
on my own hardware
so it is
Guaranteed To Work.
Each
module is supplied as a digital download and you gather together the
reqiured hardware. When you follow the
schematics and burn the supplied hex file into the PIC, the circuit
will work as it is supposed to (tested by many, many people who have
already taken this course and by me as well).
At this point, you are working from a Solid
Foundation of working code.
"A tutorial/course that really works"
"Well, it took a long time and hundreds of searches to find a
tutorial/course that really works. I find this course to be by far,
the best. Anyone can learn to program the PIC microcontroller
quickly."
Rating 1 Excellent
Greg E. ( lexicon <at> clearwire.net )
Learn how you can Create a Full project
The
final project (a curve tracer) shows you how to create a full C project
including:
The project shows you the process of creating a project and you will understand exactly how to create itand how it is designed.
"Good for a beginner"
"I really like the tutorial
good for a beginner."
Rating 2 Very Good
Sudam sudamkakre ( <at> rediffmain.com )
Why use C in your projects?
Once you have learned C
you can use it in all your projects
and it's much
easier than
assembler.
Using C:
- is a more efficient use
of your time.
- allows you to focus on the problem not the language used.
- Gives you a new skill that you can use in industry.
Here's why C is a better choice:
Note: The above C source code
generated the assembler output shown - they are exactly equivalent!
I know which I prefer:
The assembler is impossible to read and about 30 lines!
...but...
...the C source
code is easy to read and only 5 lines!
When you use C:
- It is easier to read
than assembler.
- You use less
coding than assembler.
- It lets you create
projects more quickly
(less code writing).
- It is structured
(you will easily see the operation of the code).
You can re-use
code from other projects (or the web), so don't start from scratch each time and its already Completely Tested.
"Awesome tutorial! Thanks Mr.John !!!"
"Anyone with a Zero
Knowledge of C
Can Learn the Modules
from this Site!"
Rating: 1 Excellent
R.Prem Sunder ( prem.eie <at> gmail.com )
"Clear and concise writing style"
Thank you for the clear and concise
writing style. It is very easy to
follow and a good place to start."
Tim ( timandjan <at> rogers.com )
Module
Details
Module1
|
Main
concept: C program structure
This module examines the structure of a C program
and shows you how to control
the input and output ports
of the microcontroller.
The first program is a simple one (flashing an LED) - it's deliberately
kept simple so that it is easy to get going.
Because it is simple it lets you concentrate on the interfaces needed
to get it going. |
| C
program structure. |
Module2
|
Main
concept: individual bit control
This module shows you one of the
most
important control methods i.e. how to control individual bits in a port.
This is demonstrated on the hardware by flashing the LED using individual bit control.
It also demonstrates using ports as inputs or outputs. PORTA
is
used as an input port and PORTB is used as an output port.
Since
LEDs are connected to PORTB and input buttons are connected to pins of
PORTA you can immediately see the program operating.
Note: Port directions are controlled using registers TRISA and TRISB.
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| Controlling
individual port bits. |
Module3
|
Main
concepts: variables and conditionals
This module discusses variables
and how to choose them
with reference to memory usage.
In addition it introduces conditionals
which let you use the
microcontroller to make decisions.
To demonstrate the conditionals an if-else
construct and a variable
are used to flash the LED. This demonstrates using C to do
the
same task as the previous module but using a different method.
The second program uses the switch
statementto
change the update rate depending on the number of keys pressed i.e. it
changes how fast the led flashes depending on which keys are pressed.
It shows use
of the C switch
and if
structures demonstrating
their use on the hardware. |
| Variables
types and Conditional statements. |
Module4
|
Main
concept: while loops and arrays
This module examines the 'while'
loop which is used to develop the basic keypress detection Key debouncing is
also done inside the keypress loop.
This module also discusses arrays
which are then used to map a random number to the correct LED sequence
for displaying the dice digits.
The module shows how to map the internal representation to the PORTB
LEDS.
These concepts are shown for real by running the code on the hardware.
The module also discusses the do-while loop and the break statement to
exit from a loop.
|
| Dice
project using arrays and while loops. |
Module5
|
Main
concepts: functions, for loops, increment and decrement
This module introduces the concept of functions that let
you split up complex programs into more manageable parts.
It also introduces the simple increment
(add one) and decrement
(subtract one) operators.
It then looks at 'for
loops' which are used to simulate rolling the dice and
demonstrates these concepts on the hardware.
|
| Tidying
up the dice project: Functions. |
Module6
|
Main
concept: RS232 port and strings
This module shows you how to set up an RS232 connection to
communicate between the PIC and the PC.
First of all it covers methods of using string data and how you can
format that data i.e. to convert
a variable into its string representation (essential for
outputting data from your PIC to the PC).
The first program uses the string formatting information to create
the "Hello World" program and output a number to the PC terminal
showing how to send data to the PC.
The second program shows you how you can loopback the RS232
port so that anything typed at the PC terminal is sent from PC to PIC
to PC. |
| Talking
to the PC: RS232. |
Module7
|
Main
concept: local statics and scope
This module shows you how to create a local function variable that is
not lost when the function is finished (local static variables).
It also describes the rules of visibility of variables or scope.
To demonstrate local static operation the value of a local static is
increased every keypress and it's value output to the serial port.
Also included in this module is information on compact operators (a
short hand way of writing C mathematical operations). |
Local
statics
and compact operators. |
Module8
|
Main
concept: State Machines
This module shows you how to make up your own types using
enumerations (numbers!).
These are then used to create a state machine which
is described in detail.
After this the dice project is converted to use a state machine so you
can see exactly how a state machine works.
You then program the dice hardware to see the state machine operation.
State machines are useful as they let you create complex operations
by first describing the operations visually (state machine diagram).
The visual state machine
diagram
is much easier than C code to read so you will be able to see how the
code is going to work. In addition the visual state machine
is a
useful way of documenting how the code is working. |
| Enumerated
Types, typedef and Preprocessing. |
Module9
|
Main concept : passing multiple
arguments
This
module discusses how to transfer more than one variable into or out of
a function using pointers.
It goes over what a pointer is and what it can be used for and then
goes on to compare two functions one using normal arguments and one
using pointer arguments (passed
by reference).
As well as outputting the result of these functions to the RS232 port -
to show real operation the module also reads two ADC input
pins (using
pointer functions) and outputs theses values to the RS232 port.
In addition a simple technique of using VT100 commands to
Hyperterminal
is used to stop the screen scrolling continuously as data is displayed.
|
| Pointers
and pass by reference. |
Module10
|
Main concept :
structures and PWM
This module shows you how to use struct
types to store more than one variable in a group object.
The reason for this is that it lets you group variables that
are
related to each other or which have a common purpose into
a single
entity. You can then easily refer to each variable in the
group.
It also shows how to use bit fields in a structure definition to save RAM space.
Again the RS232 port is used to show real variable output data at the
hardware in this case from the bit field and from the structure
variable.
The first part of the
curve tracer is constructed using two opamps and
the output is read back by the ADC and displayed at the RS232 interface.
Detailed information is given on using and understanding the PWM internal peripheral.
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| Structures
& PWM. |
Module11
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Main concept : Multiple file
structure
This module shows you how to split a project into sub-blocks using
multiple files. It discusses header files necessary to
make this work.
As part of the header file discussion the module also introduces prototypes which are
necessary for header file operation.
In addition casting
is presented (or how to make the compiler do what you want it to do!).
The rest of the circuit for the curve tracer is presented and the PC
software to show the graph is available for download. |
| Multiple
project file structure. |
Frequently
Asked Questions
Q1:
What are the system requirements?
Ans:
You can take this course using any Windows based PC system (to run
the programming software and compiler). The MikroC compiler
from micrkelectronica is used in its free mode (outpout to 2kHex) bytes
which is plently to demonstrate all C operations.
Q2:
What happens if I have a question or want to make a comment on
the
course?
Ans:
Each course module page has a feedback form where you can post
comments.
Q3:
What if I don't have any hardware ready?
Ans:
You can use the simulator built into the compiler - with this
you
can easily step through the code and see the code operation and
variable's state.
Q4:
How is the course delivered?
Ans:
You will receive an email delivering you a secure link to the course
access page.
Q6:
What is the duration of the course?
You can take it as fast or slow as you like.
You will have access to all the module pages, videos and
refence manual immediately after purchase.
Q7:
What software is needed?
Ans:
You only need the programming software and compiler. You also need to
install the
adobe pdf reader (link provided in a module). You also need
Shockwave Flash installed into your browser. MikroC from
mikroelectronica is used in its free mode (2k Hex bytes) - you do not
need to buy it. Programming software comes with a PIC
programmer such as the pickit2.
Q8:
Do I need High speed Internet
access to do this course online?
Ans:
The course pages are the same as any other Internet page so you can
use dial up if you need to. Note while it is easy to use the
internet if you don't have access all the time you can download the
pages using the built in browser menu operation "File Save As" to save
the module pages to your hard disk.
What
are the other course features ?
The
course uses a modern
microcontroller the 16F88 which has six
internal peripherals including a USART, ADC and a PWM generator.
The 16F88 a very good
choice
for all kinds of
projects.
This course is a great
introduction to this powerful processor.
Two Videos
show you how to setup
and use the programmer and compiler.
With these videos you will learn the applications
before you use them for 'real'.
A
separate
source code window shows the code while you read the
course notes.
"A Very good tutorial"
A very good tutorial for starting in
MicroC and PIC microcontrollers !
Rating: 1 Excellent
Maksim (msurguy <at> gmail.com )
Each
project i
s built up incrementally so you can easily make the
project work as there is code to test out each circuit at
each stage.
- Downloadable Hex and source code
Hex
file included: "Ready
Immediately"
Program
the
16F88 immediatlely
Source
and project files: "Ready
Immediately"
Edit
and change the project for your own use.
The
free bonus C reference manual contains practical
advice (that you won't find anywhere else) for using the
PIC
microcontroller as well as C syntax examples.
"A very well written C course"
Thank you for a very well written C course. I have
read the course material and a lot of what I have
been trying to learn is making sense after seeing
the way it is used in real life.
Rating: 1 Excellent
William Thorsen ( billthorsen <at> sbcglobal.net )
What is this course worth ?
PIC
Microcontroller Reference manual (included)
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$24.95 |
| Full
C programming course (included) |
$99.95 |
| C
Course Number of pages : |
114
Pages |
| Reference
manual number of pages : |
64 Pages |
| Total
pages : |
178
Pages |
| Video Tutorial 1 (included) |
$14.95 |
| Video
Tutorial 1 (included) |
$14.95 |
| Fully
debugged schematics (included) |
$29.95 |
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