With the release of its MPLAB AI Coding Assistant, Microchip Technology is utilizing artificial intelligence (AI) to help embedded engineers and software developers write and debug code. The free solution, a Microsoft® Visual Studio® Code (VS Code®) addon, is preconfigured with Microchip’s AI chatbot for real-time support and is built on Continue, the top open-source AI code assistant on the market.
Developers may evaluate and iterate code directly from the sidebar with Microchip chatbot’s conversation feature. By offering highly personalized, pertinent real-time help and insights on Microchip-specific products, this interactive support improves the coding experience.
Additional features of MPLAB AI Coding Assistant include integrated access to searchable Microchip documentation within the IDE, an edit feature and error detection for effective code alterations within the current file, and sophisticated autocomplete for simpler coding.
The sidebar chat feature of MPLAB AI Coding Assistant can provide block diagrams within the VS Code interface instead of just text responses, which sets it apart from the majority of other code assistants available on the market.
This feature speeds up the coding process and improves accuracy, especially when paired with simple access to a library of documentation on Microchip microcontrollers and microprocessors.
Leadership Comments
“The MPLAB® AI Coding Assistant represents a significant leap forward in software development and will transform how engineers work with Microchip products,” said Rodger Richey, vice president of development systems and academic programs at Microchip. “We’re harnessing the power of AI to provide interactive, real-time support that helps developers create better software, more quickly and with less hassle.”
Pricing and Availability
The MPLAB AI Coding Assistant is available for free; some advanced features may require a subscription license.
For additional information contact a Microchip sales representative, authorized worldwide distributor or visit Microchip’s Purchasing and Client Services website, www.microchipdirect.com.
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