Thinking of getting a FTDI USB controller instead. is this any easier to use to program the Mini Pro.
I found one on eBay for 10.99 http://www.ebay.com/itm/FTDI-USB-Controller-5V-3-3V-Firmware-Loader-and-Programmer-Arduino-FREE-SHIPPING-/320969539027?
Please let me know if this is an easier route.