Blinking Led Using CubeIDE

Getting Started with STM32 Black Pill and STM Cube IDE

Step 1: Install STM32CubeIDE

First, download and install the STM32CubeIDE from the STMicroelectronics website. This integrated development environment (IDE) will allow you to develop and debug your STM32 applications.

Step 2: Create a New Project

Open STM32CubeIDE and create a new project:

Go to File > New > STM32 Project.

Select the appropriate board or part number (e.g., STM32F103C8Tx).

Give your project a name and location.

Step 3: Configure Your Project

With your project created, you’ll need to configure the pinout for your external LED:

In the Pinout & Configuration view, select the pin you’ll use for the LED (e.g., PA5).

Set this pin as GPIO_Output.

Step 4: Clock Configuration

Ensure that your clock settings are correct for your project requirements. The system clock can be configured under the Clock Configuration tab.

Step 5: Write Your Code

Now it’s time to write the code to blink the LED. Here’s a simple example using HAL: