hello guys i am a computer science student and i am does not know about micro-controller but i want to learn the programming of micro-controller can any one tell me about how i can start up with the micro-controller how much i have to learn .. plz suggest me tool for this purpose also suggest me books also ... remmmber i have a full command in java and c language but i does not know how to program micro-controller just also remmber my level is zero according to micro-controller is concern

 

Google arduino or go to this home page:

http://www.arduino.cc/

 

thanks also suggest me books

 

Using a micro controller is equal parts of both programming and of electronics as you typically need to build up your own input and output devices, even if they are as simple as buttons and LEDs.

I do a lot of work with Microchip parts and can best direct you with those. I would suggest a development kit. These have an assembled board you can do experiments on, a programming device to get the code from your PC into that board, and a set of lessons for the board

Here's some good kits (note the Debug Express items of either):

Kits using PICkit 2

Kits using PICkit 3

 

As a tip. Use the same brand as your school use. If you plan to take some micro-controller class. It will give you a great head start

 

Download and read this:

M68HC05 Family
Understanding Small Microcontrollers

(332 pages, 2.7MB pdf)