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This kit teaches you microcontroller programming, GPIO control, PWM output, and sensor interfacing with a real PIC18 microcontroller, programmed over USB with no external programmer. You get the board, every component, and a full engineering design guide.
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What's included
Start your microcontroller journey the right way. My First Microcontroller Kit is a complete learning platform built around the PIC18F25K50 microcontroller — a professional-grade IC used across real-world embedded systems. Assemble the board, run the pre-loaded test firmware to check your build, and start writing your own programs in C, loaded straight over USB with no programmer needed.
This kit includes an LCD screen, PWM output via a high-power MOSFET, a 5 V voltage regulator, and a trimmer for analog input — giving you real peripherals to program, not just blinking LEDs.
Level: Beginner (guided from the start)
Note: No programmer is needed. Firmware loads over USB through the pre-installed bootloader, using a USB-B cable (not included). The board runs from a separate 7–15 V DC power supply (not included), because USB does not power it. The PICkit connector is there if you own one (PICkit not included).
Do I need a programmer?
No. The microcontroller comes pre-programmed with a test firmware and a USB bootloader, so you load your own programs with a USB-B cable (not included). The PICkit connector is still on the board if you prefer to use one, but a PICkit is not included.
What do I need to power the board?
A separate 7–15 V DC power supply (not included), connected to the barrel jack. The USB connector does not power the board.
How do I load my own firmware?
Press SW_1 while plugging in the power cable. That starts the bootloader, and you can then load your program from your computer.
Is this suitable for complete beginners?
Yes. The kit includes step-by-step assembly and programming guides. Basic electronics knowledge is helpful but no microcontroller experience is needed.
What programming language do I use?
Embedded C. Demo firmware is included to get you started, and the lab journal guides you through writing your own programs step by step.
Every kit includes a full engineering design guide. Here's a preview.
Before you buy
Every kit ships with the PCB, every component, the assembly guide and the full engineering design guide. See exactly what you get before you order.
Gerbers, firmware and simulation files come with every kit. After you order, log in with your order email to download them here.
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