Early Access to MPLAB® Extensions for VS Code® Provides Designers with the Ability to Utilize Microchip’s Development Tools Inside of the Popular IDE
June 25 2024 - 5:12PM
Leveraging the versatility of Microsoft® Visual Studio® Code (VS
Code®), Microchip Technology (Nasdaq: MCHP) has released an early
access version of
MPLAB® Extensions for VS Code.
This launch provides embedded designers with tools to import
projects from MPLAB X Integrated Development Environment (IDE) to
VS Code while still accessing Microchip’s debugging and programming
support. This initiative is part of Microchip’s long-term strategy
to expand its offerings and serve developers working within the VS
Code ecosystem.
MPLAB X IDE is an expandable, highly configurable software
program that incorporates powerful tools to help developers
discover, configure, develop, debug and qualify embedded designs
for most Microchip microcontrollers and digital signal controllers.
The VS Code extensions merge the capabilities of MPLAB X IDE with
the flexibility of VS Code to create a more seamless and efficient
development environment for both new and existing customers. These
products are being released under an early access program to
provide the essential tools to customers quickly, while the
Microchip development team continues to refine the extensions based
on user feedback.
“At Microchip, we are dedicated to meeting developers in their
environment of choice. VS Code is an extremely popular tool, and
the recent MPLAB Extensions enable developers to continue working
in the IDE they are most familiar with, while taking full advantage
of Microchip's complete device support and toolset,” said Rodger
Richey, vice president of development systems and academic programs
at Microchip. “This fusion offers an optimal blend of familiarity
and functionality, providing an easy path for developers to
integrate our resources and components."
During this early access release, the MPLAB Extensions for VS
Code include capabilities such as MPLAB X IDE project import and
the ability to compile, program and perform basic debugging with
any supported Microchip device. Additionally, MPLAB Data Visualizer
can be utilized inside VS Code through an extension, offering users
the opportunity to see what’s happening on the device at run time.
Future updates will bring MPLAB Code Configurator into VS Code
to help set up preconfigured projects. Development has also started
on a VS Code extension for the MPLAB Machine Learning Development
Suite and an additional MPLAB Extension for AI code-generative
assistance to review and improve code from inside the IDE.
The introduction of MPLAB Extensions for VS Code signifies a new
phase of accessibility and flexibility for developers using
Microchip tools. This launch represents the first instance of the
MPLAB IDE software being available outside the MPLAB development
ecosystem, but it is just the beginning of Microchip’s broader
integration with the VS Code community. The current features are
designed to meet the immediate needs of developers, with the
intention to continue refining the toolset and introducing new
extensions with added functionality in the future.
To learn more about Microchip’s ecosystem of development tools
and software, visit
https://www.microchip.com/en-us/tools-resources.
Pricing and Availability MPLAB Extensions for
VS Code are available for free; some advanced features may require
a subscription license. For additional information and to purchase,
contact a Microchip sales representative, authorized worldwide
distributor or visit Microchip’s Purchasing and Client Services
website, www.microchipdirect.com.
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About Microchip
Technology:Microchip Technology Inc. is a
leading provider of smart, connected and secure embedded control
solutions. Its easy-to-use development tools and comprehensive
product portfolio enable customers to create optimal designs which
reduce risk while lowering total system cost and time to market.
The company’s solutions serve approximately 123,000 customers
across the industrial, automotive, consumer, aerospace and defense,
communications and computing markets. Headquartered in Chandler,
Arizona, Microchip offers outstanding technical support along with
dependable delivery and quality. For more information, visit the
Microchip website at www.microchip.com.
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