Re: PIC Assembler.


"ian field" <dai.ode@xxxxxxxxxxxx> wrote in message
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To repeat an earlier question - would I find an earlier version of MPLAB
easier to get started, or would I seriously disadvantage myself by denying
myself of the advanced features of newer versions?

It seems a lot of people prefer to use a stand alone text editor, I'd
welcome any advice as to which choice to make.

Ian,

I don't think version will matter much to you at this stage. Since MPLAB is
free, it may be worth your time to try it. There are a few things to learn
about simulation (setting up and firing bits comes immediately to mind).
Overall, simulation saves me time (sure could have used that in the 70's!).
Though some folks don't care for it or have problems I haven't run into at
my level, it works for me.

I have been using v7.50 and v7.51 of MPLAB, depending on which computer I am
on, as my editor, builder, and for the simulation capabilities. When I am
somewhere it isn't readily available, I use whichever text editor is handy.
Later, I open the .asm files in MPLAB, to build and simulate. If I happen to
be using my PICStart programmer, I also use it to program. I have also used
the MPLAB-generated hex code with ICProg (http://www.ic-prog.com) and an El
Cheapo programmer. Others also, but too rarely to know enough about them to
decide how good, or bad, they are.

The bottom line is that only you will be able to figure out what will work
best for your application. The only thing for certain is that your needs and
wants will change as your abilities, requirements, and financial situation
chage. Text editor or MPLAB doesn't really make much difference. The
question may come down to "to simulate or not to simulate?"

Whichever way you decide to go, good luck and have fun learning. As for
those who will tell you your decisions are wrong, non illegitimi
carborundum - don't let the bastards wear you down!

Richard






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