What Is the Best PICBasic IDE/Compiler for PIC Programming?

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The best development environment for PIC programming, as discussed by users, is MPLAB, particularly for the dsPIC30F2020 microcontroller. Other notable options include Proton Development Suite, mikroBASIC, and PICBasic, but they lack support for certain PIC models. Users transitioning from Basic STAMPs to PIC programming prefer environments that offer full-featured capabilities similar to Visual Basic. The discussion highlights the importance of selecting a compiler that aligns with specific PIC hardware requirements.

PREREQUISITES
  • Understanding of PIC microcontrollers, specifically dsPIC30F2020
  • Familiarity with MPLAB IDE and its features
  • Basic programming knowledge in languages like Visual Basic
  • Knowledge of PWM (Pulse Width Modulation) for motor control applications
NEXT STEPS
  • Research MPLAB IDE features and installation procedures
  • Explore the capabilities of Proton Development Suite and mikroBASIC
  • Learn about programming techniques for dsPIC30F2020
  • Investigate PWM implementation for three-phase motor control
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This discussion is beneficial for hobbyists and engineers transitioning from Basic STAMP programming to PIC programming, particularly those interested in using MPLAB for developing applications with dsPIC microcontrollers.

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Hello All,

I am ready to graduate from programming Basic STAMPs to pure PIC programming. I want to go ahead and purchase a nice PIC Development environment to program in. I know there are lots of free C and Asm dev apps but I really like Basic (Visual Basic is my native language). Would anyone have any suggestions for what they believe is the all around best development environment? Ideally, I'm looking for something that would be full-featured like Visual Basic but of course for PICs :smile:. From looking around, I've seen things like the Proton Development Suite, mikroBASIC, PICBasic and the freeware CGBasic compilers.

Which ones do you all prefer to use?

Thanks,
Jason O
 
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Hi Berkaman, thanks for the link. Looks like I'll go with MPLAB for this one. I looked into the basic compilers but none of them support the PIC that I am interested in using (dsPIC30F2020). IN case you're wondering, I found a better way to make my three-phase controller using the high-speed PWMs on this PIC. Now I just have to figure out how to program and wire it up right

- Jason O
 

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