In SX Microcontrollers, SX/B Compiler and SX-Key Tool, PJMonty wrote:

Jim,

Since this is a college level course, I would definitely suggest using the SX.  The BasicStamp is a great device, but the it still provides a lot of insulation from the actual CPU and what  it's doing.  I personally feel you'll be doing the students a great service by using the raw SX chip.  As you point out, you can teach them programming initially using SX/B, but you'll also be able to see what's happening down at the register level.

In addition, for more advanced or agressive students, they can drop down into assembly programming either by itself or from within SX/B.  The upcoming C compiler support will also give you another language to teach/use if so desired.  No knock on the stamp, but I think the the raw SX has some serious advantages when it comes to a college level course.

[list]Thanks,
PeterM[/list]

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