I'm new to electronics but am interested in learning about microcontrollers for fun.
I have been looking around online and am trying to understand the best way to get started.
I have an Arduino and have a little experience working with that, however, I would like something a little more detailed in terms of learning excactly how things work behind the scenes, so to speak.
I would like to look at data sheets, use assembly language and basically get started.
I have a budget of $200 for this. I would appreciate any tips, links to vendors/products or general advice.
It looks like I need to first decide on a microcontroller...someone recommended an 8051 as they are more simple?
I would then need to buy a starter kit (or development board?). I looked at MikroElektronics and they look great, however, they may be a little more than I need?