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AI Tools for PLC Programmers: What's Available in 2026
A practical overview of AI tools that PLC programmers can use today -- from general-purpose chatbots like ChatGPT and Claude to specialized CODESYS copilots. What works, what doesn't, and how to choose.
10 PLC Programming Best Practices for Clean, Maintainable Code
Best practices for writing professional PLC code in Structured Text. Covers naming conventions, state machines, error handling, modularity, and testing strategies used by experienced automation engineers.
An AI Chatbot for CODESYS: Write PLC Code by Talking to It
What if you could describe your PLC logic in plain English and get working Structured Text code back? AI chatbots for CODESYS are making this possible. Here's how it works and what to expect.
5 CODESYS Function Block Examples Every PLC Programmer Needs
Ready-to-use CODESYS function block examples in Structured Text: motor control, state machine, alarm handler, moving average filter, and recipe manager. Copy, paste, and adapt for your projects.
AI for PLC Programming: How It Works and Why It Matters
AI is transforming how automation engineers write PLC code. Learn how AI-assisted Structured Text generation works, what it can and can't do, and how to use it safely in industrial projects.
Structured Text Programming: The Complete Guide for CODESYS
A practical guide to IEC 61131-3 Structured Text programming in CODESYS. Covers syntax, data types, function blocks, best practices, and common patterns every automation engineer should know.