Mikroc PRO and arduino mega 2560

[HerpTheDerp62]

Hello everybody,

I'mm studying mechatronical engineering in the Netherlands, and we work a lot with Arduino, but because I would like to learn other things except only the Arduino program, but I really don't know how to get started.
I own an Arduino mega 2560 and an uno and I would like to use it to print some sensor readings to a TFT screen.

I literally only own the parts and the software but I have no idea how to start.
Hope someone could guide me through the basics.

Best regards,
Marco

[filip]

Hi,

If I understand correctly, you want to use mikroC to write the code for ATmega2560 and program it to the Arduino board ?

Regards,
Filip.

[HerpTheDerp62]

Hi Filip,
Yes exactly mainly because I would like to eventually code my UI with visualTFT
Best regards,
Marco

[filip]

Hi,

In general this is possible, you will have figure how to transfer the generated HEX file from the compiler to Arduino if you don't have a programmer (there are tutorials on the internet that cover this topic).

You may download the trial version of the compiler from the following address - https://www.mikroe.com/mikroc-avr.
Install it and try to load basic examples, like LED blinking to get the feeling, if you have more questions, feel free to ask.

There is a comprehensive help system in the compiler, hit F1 to open it, it will surely be of great assistance to you.

Regards,
Filip.