Completely new to prototyping, What tools/modules should I get?

I have no tools whatsoever, i have literally one kit https://www.amazon.ca/gp/product/B0188TO4VU/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o03_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 I have done what I can with it. I recently but a smart car and an official leonardo board.... then realized I need 2 motor shields in order to use the smart car.

This made me realize that I am not very prepared to build any real projects. What tools(like screwdrivers and crap) do you use and what modules do you feel are most important to get early on.

I would appreciate any advice at all, related or unrelated.

sarusian:
I have no tools whatsoever, i have literally one kit https://www.amazon.ca/gp/product/B0188TO4VU/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o03_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 I have done what I can with it. I recently but a smart car and an official leonardo board.... then realized I need 2 motor shields in order to use the smart car.

This made me realize that I am not very prepared to build any real projects. What tools(like screwdrivers and crap) do you use and what modules do you feel are most important to get early on.

I would appreciate any advice at all, related or unrelated.

  • LiPo Batteries/charger
  • Servos
  • LOTS of 22 AWG wire
  • Wire strippers
  • Soldering iron/cleaning brass
  • PCB holder (to hold board while soldering)
  • Multimeter (get a good one; don't skimp)
  • Small proto boards with built in pads link
  • Resistor/Capacitor kit (might even want a sectioned bin to keep them all sorted)

The rest is up to you and what type of projects you want to make. What are you interested in?