Hello Justin - -

For sure some will say to start with a PIC, others will insist that
the BASIC Stamp is the only way to go.  Listen to all of them, but
before you commit your time and cash please read what Prof. Anderson
has to say on the subject.
      http://www.phanderson.com/stamp/stamp-pic.html
Good luck and enjoy,
 - Nick -

Justin Headley wrote:
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> ok, i'll make this quick, i have no idea were to get started in
> microcontrollers.