The 8051 Microcontroller, 3rd Edition [Paperback]

Kenneth Ayala (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 140186158X | ISBN-13: 978-1401861582 | Publication Date: June 1, 2004 | Edition: 3

Gain valuable assembly code programming knowledge with the help of this newly revised book. Readers will be trained on programming the Intel 8051 microcontroller, one of the most common microprocessors used in controls or instrumentation applications that use assembly code. The third edition teaches current principles of computer architecture including simulation and programming, with new state-of-the-art integrated development software that is included at the back of the book. The writing style engages readers and renders even complex topics easy to absorb. Practical examples of assembly code instructions illustrate how these instructions function. Complex hardware and software application examples are also provided.

Product Details

• Paperback: 412 pages
• Publisher: Delmar Cengage Learning; 3 edition (June 1, 2004)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 140186158X
• ISBN-13: 978-1401861582
• Product Dimensions: 9.2 x 7.3 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.6 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #962,975 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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4.0 out of 5 stars Learning Tool and Reference, October 27, 2006

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Kenneth Auger "Chip" (San Diego CA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: The 8051 Microcontroller, 3rd Edition (Paperback)

This book works as both as a method of learning the 8051 and as reference. As a learning tool, it is demanding of the reader. However I found it to be always accurate and clearly written. The first chapter, "Microprocessors and Microcontrollers," though interesting, can probably be skipped by seasoned embedded developers. The second chapter, "Numbering Systems And Binary Arithmetic," actually proved to be a useful review. The remaining chapters provide a very good description of the chip architecture and its assembly language. There are 6 appendices that will probably be useful to any 8051 developer.

4.0 out of 5 stars Overall good, July 18, 2011

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This review is from: The 8051 Microcontroller, 3rd Edition (Paperback)

The book is very informative. Some parts are easier to read than others. This was a required text for my BMET program. Not something I see myself using a whole lot. It does have its interesting values but also its boring ones too. I wish the book had more descriptive program examples from start to finish. It doesn't mesh completely with our Rigel program but it has been plenty helpful. It just takes me longer to figure it out. I blame most of the misunderstanding on the user. I feel this is an easier read for someone who enjoys programming.