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How to Use MDB

How to Use MDB
The Microchip Debugger (MDB) is a command-line interface to Microchip’s hardware and software development tools. As an alternative to using the Microchip MPLAB® X IDE (Integrated Development Environment) graphical interface, the MDB facilitates programming and debugging devices through a Command Prompt interface.
The MDB is designed for engineers who prefer to use the Command Prompt. The command-line interface to the debuggers is faster and allows more extensive testing to be performed. This is especially helpful when a task is repetitive, such as debugging an issue that is difficult to resolve, or when there is automation of a testing procedure.
The MDB can be used with a script or batch file. The MDB can be used with these tools:
MPLAB ICD 3 In-Circuit Debugger
PICkit™ 3 In-Circuit Debugger/Programmer
MPLAB REAL ICE™ In-Circuit Emulator
MPLAB PM3 Device Programmer
MPLAB SIM Software Simulator
Licensed third party programmers and debuggers
 
Getting Started
Invoking the MDB
Debugging Methods
Using Multiple Instances of the MDB

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