James Waldby wrote:

Links about soldering cable connectors -- containing both good
and bad advice --
http://www.matronics.com/aeroelectric/articles/dsubs/d_solder.html

That one's close, but I don't like his pictures. This one has much better
pictures:
http://workmanship.nasa.gov/lib/insp...er%20Cups.html

And, to the original poster - it's really not that hard. There's nothing to
be afraid of - just keep your tip clean and tinned, and get a sponge sponge
if possible.

Go for it! It'll be fun!

Cheers!
Rich