Get Started with MPLAB® X IDE and Microchip Tools

Check out these topics first or take self paced classes

1. MPLAB X Ecosystem
2. What Tools Do I Need to Develop Microchip MCU Applications?
   • Download and Install MPLAB X IDE
   • Select, Download, and Install a C Compiler
     • 8-bit XC8
     • 16-bit XC16
     • 32-bit XC32
   • In-Circuit Debuggers / Programmers
   • Demonstration Boards and Evaluation Kits
   • Simulator
3. The User Interface
   • Main Menu
   • Main Toolbar
   • Windows Groups
   • Project Window
   • Dashboard Window
   • Editor Window
   • Output Window
4. The Development Cycle
5. Projects
   • Viewing / Modifying Project Properties
6. Debugging
7. Creating a Production HEX File

MPLAB X Self Paced Trainings

Microchip University Training

• MPLAB X IDE Tips and Tricks
• Visual Debugging with MPLAB Data Visualizer
• Introduction to MPLAB X IDE

Learn More

• Training Archive for MPLAB X IDE Version 5.40 and Earlier
• Requirements for Installing MPLAB X IDE
• Install MPLAB X IDE Version 6.00 Walkthrough