I'm considering making a version with a tag-connect header that I can cut off after programming, or figure out some way to pre-program the chip before soldering.
A break off header is a common approach, and you could also look at plated edges for 2nd time program, after the larger header is removed.
I see you can now get RGB LEDs down to 1mm x 1mm, so you could do a 3 way flasher.