While I don't really recommend programmers other than the PICkit2 or=20
PICkit 3, my Olimex MPLAB Compatible ZIF Programmer is up for sale on=20
ebay. It's a good low-cost alternative to JDM-type programmers and other=20
home-brew solutions. This is a current product on the SparkFun website,=20
costing over $90.

The programmer has been updated to the latest firmware and programs=20
using a ZIF socket or ICSP.

ebay listing=20
<http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=3D190505229065>


Jon
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