Why I Still Like Using 8-Bit Microcontrollers?

Chuck explains why he likes using 8-Bit Microcontrollers on his projects. He also covers some of the tools you need to get started programming these devices in this weeks episode of Chuck Hellebuyck’s Electronic Products. Video Sponsored by: https://pcbway.com/g/0PEs6A (Get $5 off by clicking on this link) Design, PCBs, Assembly, CNC, 3D Printing and more! Free Microcontrollers: https://www.microchipdirect.com/samples Free GCBASIC Compiler (for PIC & AVR): https://gcbasic.sourceforge.io PICCIRCUIT Programmers PICkit + https://www.piccircuit.com/shop/pic-p... PICkit Plus Software: https://pickitplus.co.uk CHIPINO Module info: www.chipino.com AVR / ATTINY Programmer video: Designing a 3D Printed Case for an ATtiny85 Programmer using Tinkercad    • Designing a 3D Printed Case for an ATtiny8...   PK2 Programmer Video: Creating My Own PICKIT 2 Programmer    • Creating My Own PICKIT 2 Programmer   Prusa Printers (affiliate): https://bit.ly/3y8OdEl Prusa Core One Fully Assembled (MatterHackers) https://tinyurl.com/jba325b9 Or Prusa Core One Kit (MatterHackers) https://tinyurl.com/jba325b9 Chuck's Arduino Book: https://amzn.to/3tA31JP Filament Friday E-Leveler 2 for Bed Leveling: https://amzn.to/3Yz3Vc2 How to Use the E-Leveler 2: https://www.chepclub.com/e-leveler2.html T - Handle Allen Wrench Set: https://amzn.to/3MBBv8i * $3 - Ender Style Cura Profiles Download Links: ** Latest V5.x Profiles: https://rb.gy/5k981c TPU Profiles: https://tinyurl.com/47p3d7ra PETG Profiles: https://tinyurl.com/4zwyzr3j (Free to Patreon Members) **** Support the Channel ***************** Patreon:   / elproducts   Thangs: https://thangs.com/designer/chep Direct Via Paypal: https://www.paypal.me/elproducts Shop at MatterHackers.com and automatically donate at no cost to you: http://bit.ly/1Ugcijp ***** Tools ***** T - Handle Allen Wrench Set: https://amzn.to/3MBBv8i Nozzle Removal Tool: Palm Ratchet: https://amzn.to/3u6ncm7 Premium Version with Rubber Grip: https://amzn.to/3qPs3pB 1/4'' Socket: https://amzn.to/2OjdHdg ***** Popular Prints: CHEP Cube Test Print: https://thangs.com/file/21739 CHEP PTFE Cutter Tool: https://thangs.com/file/23507 CHEP Pawn: https://thangs.com/file/29643 Direct Support through PayPal donation: https://www.paypal.me/elproducts Buy thru this link to Slice Engineering for the Best Hot Ends and get 5% off your purchase: https://www.sliceengineering.com/chep **** Support the Channel ***************** EBAY USA: http://ebay.to/1wtxfiU EBAY UK: http://ebay.eu/2qdC5iy EBAY Canada: http://bit.ly/2qdGRwh Note: As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. **************************************************** Filament Friday Sticker: Send Self Addressed Stamped Envelope to: Electronic Products PO Box 251 Milford, MI 48381 **************************************************** Intro animation by Pablo Licari based on Filament Friday Logo by Brian Carter.