What microcontroller development kits are available?
Microchip Technology offers a wide array of microcontroller development kits that cater to various needs and applications. These development kits are designed to help engineers and developers quickly prototype and test their ideas using Microchip's microcontroller products.
One popular family of development kits is the PIC® microcontroller series, which includes the PIC16, PIC18, and PIC32 families. Developers can find specific development boards for each series, which provide easy access to the features and capabilities of the corresponding microcontrollers. The Explorer series boards, for instance, are suitable for quick prototyping with PIC microcontrollers and come with built-in features to facilitate development.
Another well-regarded option is the dsPIC® Development Kits. These kits are aimed at those looking to explore digital signal processing, offering integrated solutions that combine microcontroller and signal processing capabilities.
Additionally, the MPLAB® Harmony framework supports development for the SAM microcontroller series, which includes ARM® Cortex®-M based devices. Development kits for these microcontrollers provide comprehensive hardware and software resources to streamline the development process.
As technology advances, Microchip Technology regularly updates its offerings. Therefore, to find the most current information on available development kits, it is recommended to visit Microchip's official website. There you will find detailed specifications and options tailored to meet different project requirements.

Answered Aug 16, 2025
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