RE: New CDI - opensource project JMJ and Bigboat
I can't help you much with that programmer, as I have never used it. I use PicStart Plus. Are you doing the 16F628 or 628A chip and using JMJ_Bigboat's exact program or something you have modified? The reason I ask is that if you are ready to go, except for the chip -- that is you have the boards built and transformer working -- I could send you a programmed chip (I'll have to check what I have) for the current Digikey price. Or, if you are not completely ready and have more time to wait, just sent me your chip, and I will return it to you with that program burned in it.
There are probably several people in your area who would be willing to do the same thing. Even local colleges or high school technical classes can do them for you. It takes less time to program a chip than to respond to some postings. Good luck. John