In  “Beginner’s Guide to Embedded C Programming – Volume 3” Chuck Hellebuyck takes another leap forward by showing you the steps to create the SimpleC library of functions that make programming in C even easier. This approach shows the reader how they can create their own functions and expand the SimpleC library to make creating microcontroller projects much quicker than writing in raw C code. This book will clearly be the reference for future programmers who want to build electronic gadgets without all the painstaking steps of writing every C statement while producing a working project in less time and with less effort.

The SimpleC library will make the following functions as easy as one command line:
•    Controlling Digital Outputs
•    Reading Digital Inputs
•    Monitoring Analog Voltages
•    Driving Liquid Crystal Display Modules
•    Driving Digital PWM Signals
•    Sending/Receiving via SPI and I2C Communication
•    Writing to/Reading from External EEPROM
•    Writing to/Reading from External I/O Expanders
•    And More!

The book uses the open source PIC16F886 based CHIPINO module for the hardware and also forms the platform to make future electronic projects and gadgets easier to build. 
 

•    Shows how to use the Microchip PIC16F690 microcontroller peripherals

•    All projects use the Microchip PICkit™2 Programmer/Development Board

•    Free Lite version of HI-TECH C® Pro compiler used for all of the book’s projectsIf you liked his first C book “Beginner’s Guide to Embedded C Programming” then you will love this one. When you have finished reading this book and completed the projects, you’ll be well beyond the title of Beginner and well on your way to becoming an experienced programmer in C. 

In this “Volume 2” Chuck takes the reader to the next level by introducing how to drive displays, how to use interrupts, how to use serial communication, how to use the internal hardware peripherals of the PIC16F690 Microcontroller such as SPI, PWM and Timers. He even introduces how to drive a stepper motor for those looking for electromechanical design help. He tackles these topics with his typical down to earth style of writing that makes the reader comfortable as they learn what some consider very difficult topics for the beginner. In addition he continues to use the very powerful HI-TECH C compiler in its free Lite mode so the reader can program along with little or no expense.

All the projects in the book include the software and the hardware schematics so the reader can reproduce the same projects Chuck creates on their own. This is a great companion to the “Beginner’s Guide to Embedded C Programming” but also stands well on its own. If you are looking to learn Embedded C Programming for the Microchip PIC Microcontroller or want to expand your knowledge of using the internal features, then this book needs to be in your library.

Using the Microchip PIC and the HI-TECH PICC-Lite CompilerThrough his down to earth style of writing Chuck Hellebuyck delivers a step by step introduction to learning how to program microcontrollers with the C language. In addition he uses a powerful C compiler that the reader can download for free in a series of hands on projects with sample code so you can learn right along with him. There isn’t a better entry level guide to learning embedded C programming than the Beginner’s Guide to Embedded C Programming. When you have finished reading this book and completed the projects you’ll be ready to take on your own embedded microcontroller projects and designs using the C language. You will learn about:

• C Language Structure
• C language statements
• Functions
• Linking multiple C files
• How to control outputs
• How to read inputs
• How to read an analog voltage with an Analog to Digital Converter
• MPLAB© Integrated Development Environment setup and operation
• PIC16F690 microcontroller register and configuration setup
• And more!

If you are a complete beginner and want to learn how to program microcontrollers then you've found the right book. Microchip PIC microcontrollers are being designed into electronics throughout the world and none is more popular than the 8-pin version. Now the home hobbyist can create projects with these little microcontrollers using a low cost development tool called the CHIPAXE system
and the BASIC software language. 

Chuck Hellebuyck introduces how to use this development setup to build useful projects with an 8-pin PIC12F683 microcontroller. All the projects include a detailed schematic and directions of how to build the hardware on a breadboard. Then he details how to write the software so you not only recreate the project but also learn how to write and modify the program. His down to earth style leaves you feeling comfortable and capable to create your own unique project ideas.

Inside you'll learn about:
*Controlling digital outputs by driving LEDs and Speakers
*Sensing digital inputs by monitoring switches
*Sensing analog signals using an Analog to Digital converter
*How to sense light and vibration
*How to make sound
*How to write software using the PICBASIC PRO language

Each project ends with questions to test your knowledge so this book can even be used in the classroom. Future volumes are in the works as well so this is just the beginning of your journey to learning how to Program PICs in BASIC.