At the moment I'm trying to familiarise myself with the different mechanical parts of the machine, I'll concentrate on that first and when I've that built, I'll scratch my head and think about the next hurdle, the electronics and software.
Welcome to the forum Ned. The two are sort of related but when you are ready start a build log and try and get some cad drawings up then ask away.
Also keep away from kits of electronics as they are never matched.