Communication of PC with PIC16F877 microcontroller using serial port

[tandra]

Does java provides any api so that my pc can communicate with the micro-controller using serial port. Basically I'm trying to create a interface that will give inputs to the micro-controller.

thanks.

 

[papunblg]

You're going to need to install the Java Communications API in order to interface with RS232

see this:-
RS232 in Java for Windows | Sebastian Kuligowski's Home Page

This tutorial is destined for all people who want to start to develop in minutes any software using RS232 (serial communication port) interface in Java language for Windows system. You find here all steps needed to setup environment in Eclipse for development and testing using serial communication port. Moreover described technics allow you to develop software without physical equipment and test it as well.