Controlling Arduino with Visual Studio (C or C++)

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Hello,

I am trying to figure out if there is a way to control my ardunio using Visual studio (programming in C or C++). My project consist of such:

I am trying to use Visual Studios to make a form application to control my arduino through serial connection which will be controlling a robotic car. The interface (form application) will have Speed (1-5, 1 being the slowest 5 being the fastest), Turn (left or right), a button to read the arduino, and write to the arduino. Is this possible? If so, how can I possibly do this. Any advice, tips, or guidance are appreciated!

Thanks

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Yes, it is possible, take a look at this page:
http://playground.arduino.cc/Interfacing/Csharp

The Visual Studio form application is just a GUI builder that executes (Visual) C# code when a button is clicked etc.

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@PieterP
Thank you for a rapid response! Does the GUI have to be written in C# in VS or can I write it in another language?
Again, I am trying to use Visual Studio to create an "visual" interface to control my arduino.

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Ever heard of google :wink: visual c++ serial port

And for the Arduino side of things, I suggest that you read Serial Input Basics - updated, especially the example with the start- and end-markers.

It also contains a parsing example.

Start with the Arduino side of things and use Serial Monitor for testing. Next start developing the Windows side of things.