Start with the Microchip PIC16F84. It has EEPROM (flash memory) so you don't need a UV lamp to erase it. They're also about $5 each from Jameco or Digikey.
The book I recommended in a previous post is good for beginners. If you already know electronics and programming I would also recommend Myke Predko's "Programming and Customizing PICmicro Microcontrollers".
The programming hardware for this chip is simple to make with spare parts and the resources online detailing such programmers are numerous. There are also many inexpensive kits available.
-Mike
"Stan" <stan888f@...>:
I would like to learn how to program microcontrollers, but I don't
know which one to pick for starters. I am overwhelmed with the great
variety of manufacturers and technologies on the market. Could
someone, please, recommend something simple and cheap? Even a
microcontroller that would flash a few LED's in response to a button
pressed would be great for me. Thank you.
Stan
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