Monthly Archives: September 2015

Compiler Construction (part 2)

Posted on 30. September 2015 by Lucio Di Jasio

As promised, I am adding a few more thoughts on my recent (re-)exploration of  Compiler design and Python programming. I had been flirting before [link] with the idea of writing a compiler in Python, using tools developed in Python (for … Continue reading →

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High Endurance Flash made easy with MCC

Posted on 28. September 2015 by Lucio Di Jasio

The MPLAB Code Configurator is changing the way I write embedded applications. Some of my (relatively) recent code is starting to look positively ancient by comparison. Take for example AN1673, “Using the PIC16F1XXX High-Endurance Flash (HEF) Block”. It was written in the … Continue reading →

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An MCC Mystery Solved

Posted on 25. September 2015 by Lucio Di Jasio

MPLAB Code Configurator is a tool that has revolutionised the way I work with microcontrollers. I use it every day, for each and every project and, in fact, I found out that I am creating more projects than ever because of … Continue reading →

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RADIX – PIC18F25K22 Rapid Prototyping

Posted on 24. September 2015 by Lucio Di Jasio

If you are looking for a nice prototyping board featuring a PIC18F25K22 , I would take a look at the RADIX boards by Zardynamics.  For very little money you get a nice breakout of all device pins (coincidentally compatible mechanically and electrically … Continue reading →

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Chrome Extensions and the Ultimate Platform

Posted on 23. September 2015 by Lucio Di Jasio

The Chrome browser has never been my favourite for some mysterious (perhaps purely estetical) reason, but I have learned to appreciate it in recent time for the continuous (furious) effort the developer’s team has put into advancing its technology. Recent Chrome betas … Continue reading →

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USB Swiss Army Knife

Posted on 22. September 2015 by Lucio Di Jasio

It’s the small things, the smallest boards, that often make my day! This is the MCP2221 breakout board (ADM00559), and it is my new Swiss Army Knife. If you are not familiar already with the MCP product line, these are generally … Continue reading →

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Compiler Construction (in Python)

Posted on 21. September 2015 by Lucio Di Jasio

Learning <insert any subject here> has never been easier! Massive Open Online Courses are a real thing, and while we can debate how high we are at this point on the hype curve, the world is a better place because we … Continue reading →

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Pinout Tables for Curiosity

Posted on 12. September 2015 by Lucio Di Jasio

When writing/porting applications to the Curiosity demo board I found myself  looking over and over at the schematic (contained in the User Guide) for the connections between the 20-pin socket and the click board (mikroBUS) connector.  Crossing this information with the … Continue reading →

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Curiosity is Here

Posted on 9. September 2015 by Lucio Di Jasio

Finally the new PICDEM-Curiosity (DM164137) board is here! It’s available on MicrochipDIRECT, at most distributors and online catalogs in stock. There have been a few changes since the first prototype was shown to me during the final edits of the Rocket … Continue reading →

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Javascript Under a New Light

Posted on 8. September 2015 by Lucio Di Jasio

Highly recommended! I  began reading “Programming Javascript Applications” by Eric Elliott, and I cannot put it down. It is changing completely the perspective I had of the language. In fact Eric’s enthusiasm is contagious. I am beginning to understand better the power … Continue reading →

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