MPLAB is a Windows program that allows users to develop, configure, debug and deploy embedded applications for Microchip digital signal controllers. It is possible to view all input and output devices for fast hardware verification.

Development process

You can build the same set of source files in many different ways. Each configuration provides separate compiler parameters, hardware tools and target devices. There is a live parsing module for detecting and correcting common code errors before compilation.

It is possible to import and modify existing MPLAB apps. The current version provides full backward compatibility with earlier editions. Comprehensive user guides and instruction manuals are available for download on the official website.

Automation instruments

There is an option to write and execute Jython scripts to speed up the development. This functionality allows you to monitor debugging sessions, access internal device memory and implement conditional breakpoints.

Compiler Advisor

Users are able to display a graphical comparison of several data sets and apply automatic code optimizations. The compiler can be started in the 8, 16 or 32-bit mode. It is easy to save and manage custom configurations.

Features

free to download and use;
offers you an integrated development platform for Microchip microcontrollers;
there is a live parsing tool for locating common coding errors in real time;
it is possible to create and execute Jython automation scripts;
compatible with all modern versions of Windows.