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Old Jun 9th, 2005, 6:28 AM   #2
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An 8085 is just a general purpose microprocessor. C is just a programming language. They're both tools, not products (except to the tool makers). Think of something to build or improve upon, THEN apply your tools. How are you with hardware? Can you do your own peripheral interfacing or will you use a kit? You don't have to come up with a marketable idea to learn -- you can replicate something already existing if learning's your primary goal. Make a printing calculator. Make a system to control the environmental conditions in your home. Make a simple robot. Maybe all it can do is move through a room without inflicting serious damage to the walls and contents.
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