I use AVR Studio for my compilation and c/c++ code (not arduino).So far I have used a Atmega 2560 development board provided by Nex robotix.
I have ISP programmers of the following sorts…
AVRISP mkII USB Programmer
and NEX AVR USB ISP STK500V2.
Now I need to do some programming on low end microcontrollers like ATmega 168 (28 pins).
I just have the raw chip. Can I program it on breadboard,or must I buy a development board?
After programming the chip can I use it on breadboard with Vcc, GND and the pins I need for my application?
Best Answer
Yes you can do this no problem. I have a setup on my desk doing this right now. Follow this tutorial and it will explain it to you:
http://avrprojectsfiuady.blogspot.com/2011/07/programming-avr-with-avrisp-mkii.html
If you are running the new AVR Studio also watch this video to help get you setup:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iTTZUpzAjKc
(You will need AVRDUDE installed as well).