This project provides users with the means to use the Arduino IDE to develop, compile and upload programs to a "bare bones" microcontroller; specifically the ATmega328P and the ATtiny85. The project adds a custom designed shield for an Arduino Uno, the combination of which forms a "Programmer" into which these micrcontroller chips can be inserted for configuration and for flashing programs. This project otherwise uses existing open-source documents and software to provide a complete "Bare Bones" Programmer environment.
In the context of this project, a "bare bones" microcontroller means a microcontroller chip that may be used in an embedded project without requiring any added electronic components whatsoever. Complete documentation and support is provided for dual inline package (DIP) versions of these particular microcontroller chips.
This Repository includes complete documentation for:
- Understanding and building your own "Bare Bones" Programmer.
- Adding support files to the standard Arduino IDE that allow the user to utilize the IDE to program, configure, compile and upload programs to a "bare bones" microcontroller.
- Using the Programmer and the Arduino IDE to compile and upload programs to a "bare bones" microcontroller.
The "Bare_Bones_Programmer_Oveview_Document" provides a more complete overview of this project and of the contents of this Repository.