PIC Nixie Clock project

[CuriousOne]

Thanks for reply.

There issues are as follows - I'm not a stellar in programing, all what I know is 80s style BASIC and unfortunately have no time or type of mind to learn C++ or some other things. Regarding the ESPbasic, I downloaded it, but was not able to run even a line of code, because it does nothing in browser.

Regarding hooking the ESP to picbasic, in my clock code I have routine getting time from DS3231. So if anyone can help with same routine but for ESP, that would be cool. Also, by my understanding, ESP is not just plug and go type thing. I mean, if I even add it to my code, say I gave complete clock to friend, he'll need to connect to ESP wifi, to make it work with his access point, manually assign NNTP server and so on. Right? From my point of understanding, GPS or DCF77 looks maybe more complicated, but much more straightforward and easy to use.

[Ioannis]

Well, GPS needs clear sky and DCF77 is not available everywhere. I am in Greece and do not receive it or at least not all hours of a day. Maybe if I relocate to a more open area with big antenna... That is not practical...

I am very interested in ways to use ESP to PBP projects. Have never used that little modules and am a bit afraid to touch them without a step-by-step tutorial. Especially on uploading new firmware and connecting to router and internet.

Ioannis

[richard]

I am very interested in ways to use ESP to PBP projects.

get a few wemos d1 minis, a copy of arduino ide
start here
https://tttapa.github.io/ESP8266/Cha...20ESP8266.html

you may never use a pic again

[Ioannis]

Incredible link Richard! Thanks a ton for that link. Exactly what a beginner needs.

Currently I have a couple of the attached modules. Are these any good for experimenting?



Ioannis

[richard]

yes , the software is the same for any of them ,inc esp8285
you just need to chk the pinouts

[Ioannis]

Nice. Have homework to do...!

Thanks again,
Ioannis

[richard]

once you go nuts putting web interfaces on your projects you look at a lcd or a tft screen and

say why bother with that limited old junk, all this on one nodemu 12f

[Ioannis]

It is my wish but don't feel very confident right now...

Exciting on your images you posted! I want it!

Ioannis