The following links provide useful background information for this microcontroller and using this controller board.
Data Sheets
ATMEGA8535 Data Sheet: Atmel - ATMega8535 Data Sheet
ATMEGA8535 Technical Library (Includes FAQ, Assembly Code Examples and more): Atmel ATMega8535 - Technical Library
MAX232 Data Sheets: Maxim Web Site
Books
AVR: Customizing and Programming AVR Micros
Compilers and Programming Tools
Assembly: Atmel AVR Studio IDE Assembly Language Programming Tool
C Compiler: Free C Language Compiler for AVR Microcontrollers
Useful Websites
Atmel: To Atmel website
Circuit Cellar Magazine: To Circuit Cellar Website
AVR Freaks: To AVR Freaks
User Tips
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