PICkit

PICkit

Programming suite for PIC microcontrollers
3.8

on 154 votes
License: Freeware
Total downloads:92,815 (227 last week)
Operating system:Windows XP/XP Professional/Vista/7/8/10/11
Latest version:3.10
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Description

Provides powerful tools to program and debug PIC Flash microcontrollers. Features scripting support, logic analyzer, logic output and devices automatic detection. Supports most of the 8 and 16 bit PICmicro and dsPIC controllers. The suite is compatible with MPLAB IDE.

PICkit, developed by Microchip Technology Inc, is a robust programming application currently at version 3.10. This System Utilities subcategory Device Assistants tool is designed specifically for programming and debugging PIC microcontrollers. Notably, PICkit supports a variety of operating systems, including Windows XP, XP Professional, Vista, 7, 8, 10, and 11.

Available in several versions such as 3.1, and 2.6, PICkit caters to a wide range of users' needs. The latest version, 3.10, showcases improvements and maintains compatibility with its earlier variations. The application's file names include PICkit2V2.exe, PICkit3.exe, PICkit 2.exe, _ED1F5364E8235F5EA20DD7.exe, and _E9C8070239C398E2EBB8EE.exe.

One of the standout features of PICkit is its extensive scripting support, which allows for customizable and automated processes. Additionally, it comes with a logic analyzer and logic output functionalities to enhance debugging capabilities. The auto-detection feature simplifies the programming process by identifying devices without manual intervention.

The download of PICkit is often sought after due to its comprehensive in-circuit debugging support, giving users the ability to run, halt, and single-step programs while the PIC microcontroller is embedded in the application. Moreover, being a free tool, it is an accessible and cost-effective solution for many users.

Pros:

  • Extensive scripting support facilitates automation.
  • Comes with logic analyzer and logic output functionalities.
  • Auto-detection of devices simplifies the user experience.
  • Allows in-circuit debugging, running, halting, and single-stepping of programs.
  • Compatibility with multiple Windows OS versions.

Cons:

  • May have a learning curve for new users.
  • Occasionally, the auto-detection feature may not work seamlessly with all devices.

Ultimately, PICkit proves itself as a versatile and indispensable tool for anyone involved in PIC microcontroller programming and debugging.

You may want to check out more software, such as PICkit tm Baseline FLASH Starter Kit, PICkit 1 Signal Analysis or PICkit Serial Analyzer, which might be similar to PICkit.

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