roycarlson,

I read the thread you are referring to. What part did you find negative?

So you have built a "kit" and have used a couple of other products. Now you want to learn PicBasic. GREAT!

I really do not see the problem when someone directs you to learn the basics first. Everyone here had to start with the basics.

When I start a new project, does not matter if I am using an old stand by chip or one that I have not used before, I ALWAYS start with "blinky" to make sure things are working correctly.

When I started with PBP, my wife complained that I spent a lot of money just to blink LEDs. but that is how you start.

If you want to learn, this forum is the place.