Help getting started.

Hello,

Let me start off by expressing how impressive the builds on this site are; as well as I'm new.

With that being said, I'm new to the CNC world. I have slight knowledge of the motors and mechanics but let's assume I don't. NO EXPERIENCE IN SOFTWARE.

I am a determined hobbiest though; I enjoy wood working. I would like to build a CNC router and eventually a CNC laser engraver/cutter. I just how no idea where to begin; seems so overwhelming.

Any advice on where to begin and expand my...

Help getting started.