For whatever it's worth, here are my thoughts on the Oshonsoft
IDE package.

I really like this software.  It is a great learning tool and
provides excellent value for the money.  The BASIC compiler is
handy for knocking out a quick one-off project or proving a
concept.  It works as advertised, but implements only a very
limited subset of the language.

There are some other issues. I much prefer the way MPLAB
highlights the line of code being executed during program
simulation.  This product offers the same feature but in a more
awkward implementation using the .LST file.

Also, the assembler is missing some key Microchip directives so
code can't easily be moved between the two environments.  You
have to write for Oshonsoft or MPLAB.  It also doesn't support
the syntax "clrf TRISB ^ 0x80" which I use in MPLAB to suppress
bank warning messages.  (Thanks, Myke P.)

The editor could use some work to ensure that cursor movement,
text deletion, etc work as you would expect.

But there are many excellent features too.  These include
support of serial I/O (using hardware and bit-banging), LCD
displays, 7 segment LEDs, A/D, Timers (!) and many other devices
and peripherals.

Overall, this is an great tool (toolS, actually) .  So don't
take these comments to suggest that people not buy it.  On the
contrary, it is an excellent value.

Most importantly, the author, Vladimir Soso is constantly
upgrading the product and adding additional functionality.  He
generally responds quickly to messages and is a pleasure to deal
with.

Andrew

P.S. I hope that you find these free opinions to be worth every
penny.

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